DODDRIDGE
Registry and Rig Information | |
|---|---|
| Name | DODDRIDGE |
| Registry | U.S. |
| Official Number | 284685 |
| Rig | Propeller |
Dimensions and Tonnage | |
| Length | 323.75 |
| Width | 50.00 |
| Depth | 26.42 |
| Gross Tonnage | 3805.00 |
| Net Tonnage | 2123.00 |
| Hull Material | Steel |
| Hull Number | 00021 |
Vessel History | |
| History | Launched as DODDRIDGE.Built as C1-M-AV1 class cargo vessel under U.S. Maritime Commission contract. Was to be transferred to U.S. Navy, but contract was cancelled on August 16, 1945. In 1947, operated by Standard Fruit & Steamship Co., New York. In 1953, transferred to U.S.C.G. to serve as Voice of America transmitter ship. Later made training voyages into Great Lakes, in 1960's. |
Build Information | |
| Builder | Froemming Brothers, Inc. |
| Place Built | Milwaukee, WI |
| Date Built | 1945-00-00 |
Source | |
| Source | HCGL |
Vessel Names
| Name | Begin Date | End Date | Registry | Official Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COASTAL MESSENGER | 1945-00-00 | 1953-00-00 | U.S. | 284685 |
| COURIER (WAK-410) | 1953-00-00 | U.S. | U.S.C.G. |
Vessel Owners
| Name | Begin Date | End Date | Registry | Official Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Maritime Commission | 1945-00-00 | 1953-00-00 | U.S. | 284685 |
| U.S.C.G. | 1953-00-00 | U.S. | U.S.C.G. |