Vessel Profile

Carpenter (USACE)

Carpenter (USACE)
Photo: University of Washington Libraries, Special Collections (TRA0326)

Story

This dredge tender was built in 1924 by Marine Construction Co in Seattle, WA.

Historical Notes

In 1933-1935 this vessel was employed at Nome Alaska. George Schneider (June 2026) writes: This vessel doesn't appear in MVUS lists 1930 or before, so is probably a former yacht or rum runner obtained for government service.

Owners & Masters

In 1933-1935 she was owned by the United States Army Corps of Engineers, Seattle WA USA.

References

Merchant Vessels of the United States (1935-1937)

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