Vessel Profile

Col. John O'Neil (US Army)

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Story

This mine layer was built in 1942 by Western Boat Building Co., Tacoma WA.

Historical Notes

On May 3, 1978 this vessel foundered at 190deg true 9 miles from Punta Arbeojos Baja California Mexico.

Owners & Masters

In 1942-1946 she was owned by the United States Army.

In 1946-1965 she was owned by the Western Boatbuilding Co., Tacoma WA USA.

In 1965-1978 she was owned by RaBaBo, Los Anglese CA USA.

In 1978 she was owned by USA interests.

References

  • Merchant Vessels of the United States (1948)
  • Merchant Vessels of the United States (1965)
  • Merchant Vessels of the United States Vol. 2 (1979)
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