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Wapello (2) - (1953-1977)
Launch "Wapello (2)" - 1953
Launch of the second "Wapello", Hull no. 590, on the 4th February 1949.
Build by Sun Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Company
 for Brilliant Transportation Co., Panama
Sponsor Mrs. Clark.S. Teitsworth.
( All photos Copyright A.V. Knott )
Launching.
Launching.
Launching.
Christening.
Christening.
Christening.
Launched.
Launched.
Christening.
Christening.
Christening.
Christening.
Luncheons.
Luncheons.
Builder's Plate.
Builder's Plate, inscription (close-up).
( All photos Copyright A.V. Knott )