Vessel Profile

H.C. 39

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Story

This work boat was built in 1940 by Campbell, Leslie in Cape Traverse, PE.

Historical Notes

The RCN employed her on NCSO Duties at Halifax.

Owners & Masters

In 1940 she was owned by Arnold P. Ceretti, Port Borden PE Canada.

In 1941 she was purchased by the Royal Canadian Navy.

In 1945 she was sold.

Name Significance

The Initials "H.C." stood for Harbour Craft.

References

  • Government of Canada The Canadian Navy List Ottawa ON
  • Freeman, David J. (2000)
  • LAC RG12 Reel T-11901 (1941) (Claire L)
  • LAC RG12 Volume 777 File 9015-C25 REQUISITIONING OF SHIPS - WAR MEASURES - CLAIRE L.
  • LAC RG24 Volume 5841 File 8000-401/39 General Information - Harbour Craft 39
  • Email (Bryon Taylor-Nauticapedia 2018)
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