Histoire
This work boat was built in 1941 by Victoria Motor Boat & Repair Works Ltd..
Notes historiques
During the Second World War this vessel was operated by the Pacific Command Water Transport Company of the Royal Canadian Army Service Corps. Bryon Taylor reports that "This vessel was used to transport supplies and personnel to Outer Defences Prince Rupert. On November 21, 1957 this vessel sank off Seal Rocks, in Hecate Strait."
Propriétaires et capitaines
In 1941-1947 she was a transport vessel owned by the Royal Canadian Army Service Corps.
In 1948c-1957 she was owned by George Herbert (Herb) Shannon.
Signification du nom
She was was named after the daughter of George Herbert (Herb) Shannon - Ruth Shannon.
Références
- Canada List of Shipping: Email (Bryon Taylor - Nauticapedia 24/02/2016)
- LAC Reel T-11849 (1957) (Ruth Carlyle)
- Email (Kerry Snider - Nauticapedia 12/01/2019)
