Vessel Profile

H.C. 194

H.C. 194
Photo: RCN Official Photo NF-2537_DHH

Story

This motor boat was built in 1933.

Historical Notes

The RCN employed her as a Harbour Craft at St. John's Newfoundland.

Owners & Masters

In 1940 she was purchased from the Newfoundland Government.

In 1942 she was purchased by the Royal Canadian Navy.

In 1945 she was declared surplus to requirements and in 1946 she was sold.

Name Significance

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

References

  • Government of Canada The Canadian Navy List Ottawa ON
  • Email (Bryon Taylor-Nauticapedia 08/01/2018)
  • RG24 Volume 6712 File 8000-401/194 General Information - Harbour Craft 194
  • DHH 81/520/8000 Box 174 File 061 H.C. 194 - Naval messages, memoranda, information sheets and photographs
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