better ballast and better engine she could easly do 16 knots. Plus she could cut through the waves
with the better design hull. Which made it a smoother trip and easier to get on target when under attack. Plus out running a sub. The turn around time was double of the liberty. Range was double. She had the newer guns. All quarters were
larger and more accomodating to the crews. Some of these ships were classified as attack ships and operated with full navy crews. The liberty ships served there purpose and the Victory was designed to be an improvement. I am glad I had the opportunity to serve on both of these ships.
When I was on the liberty I thought everything was an adventure and to young to know any better. So be it. This is as I look back on it now.
Al
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