Vessel Profile

Empire Bison

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Story

This freighter was built in 1919 by Western Pipe & Steel Co., San Francisco CA in San Pedro, CA.

Historical Notes

On November 1, 1940 this vessel, while a straggler from convoy HX-82, was reported to have been torpedoed and sunk by U-124 with the loss of 38 crew members.

Owners & Masters

In 1919-1927 she was owned by The United States War Shipping Administration, New York NY USA.

In 1935 she was owned by the American-South African Line, New York NY USA.

In 1940 she was owned by Sir R. Rpner Co., London UK.

References

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