Ships build under the Merchant Marine Act of 1936

Ships build under the Merchant Marine Act of 1936

Starr King on Feb 10th 1943 sinking at position 34°15'S 154°20'E after hit by japanese submarine (I-21) torpedo (voyage Sydney / Noumea - general cargo). 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