SS Samaustral
# SS Samaustral

SS Samaustral was a Liberty ship built in the United States during World War II. She was transferred to the British Ministry of War Transportation (MoWT) upon completion.

## Construction

Samaustral was laid down on 16 March 1944, under a Maritime Commission (MARCOM) contract, MC hull 2356, by J.A. Jones Construction, Brunswick, Georgia; sponsored by Mrs. J.E. Wfird, and launched on 28 April 1944.

## History

She was turned over to the British Ministry of War Transport, on 13 May 1944. On 23 April 1947, she was sold to J.& C. Harrison, Ltd., for commercial use.

