The U.S. Maritime Commission construction report records that the keel of Richard Montgomery, MCE 1199 and builder's hull 7, was laid at St. Johns River Shipbuilding.

1943-03-15 - Vessel_keel_laying

Location: St. Johns River Shipbuilding Company, Jacksonville, Florida | Status: verified

The U.S. Maritime Commission construction report records that the keel of Richard Montgomery, MCE 1199 and builder's hull 7, was laid at St. Johns River Shipbuilding.

Each event in the 80-year history of the SS Richard Montgomery adds a layer of complexity to the story of this WWII munitions ship.

Sources

• Permanent Report of Completed Ship Construction Contracts, Report B-1

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