Vessel Profile

Athenoula T.

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Story

This freighter (liberty dry cargo ec2-s-c1 type) was built in 1942 by Oregon Shipbuilding Corporation in Portland, OR.

Historical Notes

On December 24, 1964 this vessel ran aground at Hook of Holland on a voyage between New orleans and Antwerp carrying a cargo of scrap iron. This vessel was later salvaged after suffering major damage and declared a constructive total loss.

In 1965 this vessel was broken up at Hamburg Germany.

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
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