MV Empire Abercorn
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MV Empire Abercorn

ship built in 1945


Country of Registry
United Kingdom
Service Entry
1945
Manufacturer
Harland and Wolff
Vessel Type
ship
IMO Number
5289481
Aliases
IMO 5289481

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The MV Empire Abercorn was a British cargo ship built in 1943 during World War II. Initially named the Empire Abercorn, it was later transferred to the Ministry of War Transport and operated by Ellerman City Line. The ship was involved in various convoys and missions during the war, including transporting military supplies and troops to different locations. In 1946, it was returned to its original owners and resumed commercial operations. The Empire Abercorn was eventually sold to Greek owners in 1959 and renamed SS Eleni Angelicoussis. The ship continued its service under different owners until 1970 when it was scrapped in Taiwan. The MV Empire Abercorn's history reflects the significant role played by cargo ships during wartime, serving as vital transportation vessels for supplies and personnel.

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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