SS American Racer (Non-retention)

The break bulk cargo vessel American Racer was built for United States Lines in 1964.  It operated on both commercial service and military charter, especially during the Vietnam conflict.  The vessel was under charter with Military Sealift Command (MSC) in the April 1975 when it participated in Operation FREQUENT WIND, the air evacuation of American and Vietnamese during the fall Saigon.  Along with several other cargo ships, American Racer was able to assist in the evacuation of tens of thousands of people out of the fallen capitol.

The Maritime Administration took possession of American Racer in July 1983 as a trade-in.  The vessel was anchored in the Suisun Bay Reserve Fleet, where it was downgraded to Non-retention status in 1998.  It is currently awaiting disposal.

Maritime Administration - California SHPO Memorandum of Agreement