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Skinner & Eddy

Logo: Unknown author Unknown author, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons3

American 20th century shipbuilder in Seattle, Washington

The Skinner & Eddy Corporation, commonly known as Skinner & Eddy, was a Seattle, Washington-based shipbuilding corporation that existed from 1916 to 1923. The yard is notable for completing more ships for the United States war effort during World War I than any other American shipyard, and also for breaking world production speed records for individual ship construction.2 It was founded by David E. Skinner.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1916Founded1
  • Industryshipbuilding1
  • HeadquartersSeattle1

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Skinner & Eddy shipyard, ca 1917 (MOHAI 6353)
Photo: Webster & Stevens, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons4

The Skinner & Eddy Corporation, commonly known as Skinner & Eddy, was a Seattle, Washington-based shipbuilding corporation that existed from 1916 to 1923. The yard is notable for completing more ships for the United States war effort during World War I than any other American shipyard, and also for breaking world production speed records for individual ship construction.2

The story

Founded by David E. Skinner in 1916.1

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Timeline

  1. 1923Dissolved Dissolved1
  2. 1916Founded Founded1

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