The SS Drexel Victory, a Victory-class cargo ship was built during World War II by Permanente Metals Corporation, Richmond, California. The ship was laid down on February 25, 1945, and helped in the transport of supplies to the Pacific nations. During its activity, the ship carried a complement of 62 Merchant Marine and 28 US Naval Armed Guards. On its way to Yokohama, Japan, the ship struck the Columbia Bar hard enough to break up in the middle, between the cargo holds numbered 4 and 5. As a result, the ship sank without loss of life.
Asbestos is well known for its insulating and fireproofing qualities as well as its ability to resist corrosion and high temperatures. It is also famous for its durability, nonconductivity, and affordability – all qualities that make it extremely valuable in ships. A wide array of products and items, including boilers, hot water pipes, steam pipes, valves, incinerators, and electrical wiring contained asbestos.
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