Salvaging the propeller of the 'Cities Service Boston' 1957

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TitleSalvaging the propeller of the 'Cities Service Boston' 1957Photo Number001607DateMarch 1957DescriptionThe United States tanker 'Cities Service Boston' ran aground at Bass Point, Shellharbour on the 16th May 1943. Despite the very rough seas, soldiers from the 6th Aust M.G. BN AIF rescued the entire crew of 62 Americans, with the tragic loss of four Australian soldiers. The tanker was a total loss and was sold for salvage. Ownership passed to several companies including Port Kembla Steel Works. The salvage operations took about 10 years to complete.LocationBass Point

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Salvaging the propeller of the 'Cities Service Boston' 1957