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SS California

1923 liner converted to troopship


Country of Registry
United Kingdom
Service Entry
1923
Manufacturer
Alexander Stephen and Sons
Operator
Royal Navy
Vessel Type
steamship
Tonnage
16792
Current Location
41° 15' 0", -15° 24' 0"
Aliases
HMS California

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The SS California was a steamship that operated in the early 20th century. Built in 1923 by William Cramp & Sons Shipbuilding Company, the ship was primarily used for passenger and cargo transportation across the Atlantic. The vessel had a length of 589 feet and could reach a speed of 17 knots. It was known for its luxurious accommodations, including a swimming pool, gymnasium, and spacious staterooms. During World War II, the SS California was used as a troopship by the British government. In 1943, the ship was torpedoed by a German U-boat and sank off the coast of Liberia, resulting in the loss of over 200 lives. The sinking of the SS California remains a significant event in maritime history, highlighting the dangers faced by ships during wartime.

This description has been generated using GPT-3.5-TURBO based on the Vessel's wikidata information and then modified by ShipIndex.org staff.

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15 ship citations (1 free) in 14 resources

California (1923) Subscribe to view
California (1923; Anchor Line) [timetables, images, etc.] Subscribe to view
California (1923; Cunard Line) [timetables, images, etc.] Subscribe to view
California (3) (Steamship, 1923; Anchor Line) Subscribe to view
California (British; Passenger, Steel, Steam Turbine, built 1923; ON: 147871) Subscribe to view
California (Glasgow, 1923, Steam; ON: 147871) Subscribe to view
California (Great Britain, 1923) Subscribe to view
California (III) (1923) Subscribe to view
California (passcargo, built 1923, at Glasgow; tonnage: 16792) Subscribe to view
California: 17,000 tons, Anchor Line, 1923 Subscribe to view