Vessel Profile

Illinois (II)

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Story

This freighter was built in 1920 by Los Angeles Ship Building & Dry Dock Co. in San Pedro, CA.

Historical Notes

On June 2, 1942 this vessel was torpedoed and sunk by U-159 with a loss of 32 persons.

Owners & Masters

In 1920-1928 she was owned by The United States War Shipping Administration, Los Angeles CA.

In 1935 she was owned by the States Steam Ship Co., Portland OR USA.

In 1942-1945 she was owned by the States Steamship Co., Tacoma WA USA.

References

  • Lloyd's Register Vol. 1 1926-1927
  • Merchant Vessels of the United States (1935)
  • Lloyd's Register Vol. 1 1944-1945
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