Ordered by the CGT as Aisne but launched in August 1918 as Western Maid for United States Shipping Board ( USSB ) .
Empire Cormorant was a 5,760 GRT cargo ship which was built by Northwest Steel Co , Portland , Oregon .
Ordered by the CGT as Aisne but launched in August 1918 as Empire Cormorant   for United States Shipping Board ( USSB ) .
Empire Cormorant was a 5,760 GRT cargo ship which was built by Northwest Steel Co , Portland , Oregon .