Ships build under the Merchant Marine Act of 1936
Francis Parkman on July 31st 1942 ten days after delivery at the port of Los Angeles, California ready for her maiden voyage. Owned by U.S.Department of Commerce and operated by Pope & Talbot Inc.(McCormick Steamship Co.)under WSA Service Agreement form GAA.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Courtesy:National Archives
Francis Parkman on Dec 14th 1944 leaving Madang, New Guinea. Owned by U.S.Department of Commerce and operated by Pope & Talbot Inc.under WSA Service Agreement Form GAA (General Agent Agreement).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Courtesy:National Archives