Vessel Profile

M.378 Bounty (R.C.A.F.)

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Story

This yacht, power-cruiser was built in 1931 by Wheeler Shipyards Inc. in Brooklyn, NY.

Historical Notes

On July 23, 1943 this vessel was wrecked in Halifax Harbour NS Canada.

Owners & Masters

In 1931 she was owned by foreigners (USA).

In 1935 she was purchased by Thomas Molson Montreal, QC Canada.

In 1941 she was loaned to the Royal Canadian Air Force for $1.00 per year.

References

  • Freeman, David J. (2000)
  • Bryon Taylor (Email to Nauticapedia 17/08/2018)
  • LAC RG 12 Reel T-11902 (1943) (Bounty)
  • LAC RG 12 Volume 772 File 9015-814 Shipping - Control of - Requisitioning of Ships - War Measures - BOUNTY
  • Bryon Taylor (Email to Nauticapedia 17/08/2018)
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