Vessel Profile

Ailanthus (U.S.S.)

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Story

This net tender was built in 1942 by Everett Pacific Ship Building and Dry Dock Co..

Historical Notes

On February 26, 1944 this vessel grounded in the Aleutian Islands, Alaska USA and was declared as a total constructive loss.

Owners & Masters

In 1942-1944 she was owned by the United States Navy.

Armament

1- 3"/50cal machine gun
4-twin 20mm AA guns

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