IJN
Naval Tanker
Tons
19,209
Dimensions
535 / 75 / 35
Crew
90
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Wartime History
Crippled by torpedoes from submarine USS Tinosa in July,
1943 she was badly damaged and extensive repairs were necessary at Truk Lagoon. During the first day of 'Operation Hailstone', sunk by planes from three
carriers in Truk Lagoon.
Postwar Salvage
After the war, the ship was raised by the Japanese Government to salvage whale canning equipment. Its superstructure, a
smokestack and debris remain in the lagoon.
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