Story
This freighter (liberty dry cargo ec2-s-c1 type) was built in 1942 by Oregon Shipbuilding Corporation in Portland, OR.
Historical Notes
On July 15, 1967 this vessel was stranded at Tarrafal in the Cape Verde Islands after developing hull leaks on a voyage between Tampa and Mumbai with a cargo of phosphates. This vessel was salvaged and towed to St. Vincent where this vessel was arrested for non-payment of debts to the salvors. After being moved around the roadstead this vessel began to sink settling at the stern.The remaining superstructure was destoyed by fire set by arsonists.
Owners & Masters
In 1942-1945 she was owned by the United States War Shipping Administration, Washington DC USA.
References
- Newell, Gordon (ed.) The H.W. McCurdy Marine history of the Pacific Northwest 1966 Seattle WA: Superior Publishing Co
- Lloyd's Register Vol. 1 1944-1945
