Vessel Profile

Gila

Gila
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Story

This freighter was built in 1872 by Tiernan, Patrick H. in San Francisco, CA.

Historical Notes

This vessel was built in 1873 at San Francisco CA USA and shipped to Port Isabel Mexico where this vessel was assembled by Patrick Henry Tiernan.

In 1873-1899 this vessel was employed on the Colorado River.

Owners & Masters

In 1873 she was owned by the Colorado Steam Navigation Company.

In 1899 she was rebuilt as the Cochan.

Rebuilds

In 1899 she was completely rebuilt as the Cochan

Repower

Her engine was removed

References

Merchant Vessels of the United States (1884)

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