Ships build under the Merchant Marine Act of 1936

Ships build under the Merchant Marine Act of 1936

Floyd Bennett at unknown date in lay-up at Hudson River Reserve Fleet. Owned by U.S.Department of Commerce and under Maritime Administration permanent custody.

Courtesy:From the J.A.Jedrlinic Collection

Floyd Bennett on November 20th 1943 entering Palm Island, Queensland, Australia. Owned by U.S.Department of Commerce and operated by American President Lines Ltd.under WSA Service Agreement Form GAA

Courtesy:National Archives