Vessel Profile

H.C. 249

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Story

This lighter, ammunition was built in 1944 by Hamilton Bridge Western Ltd. in Vancouver, BC.

Owners & Masters

In 1944-1966 she was an Ammunition lighter serving with the Royal Canadian Navy.

In 1968-1973 she was owned by William A. Christopher, Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1974-1980 she was owned by Norpac Fisheries Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1982-1984 she was owned by J.S. McMillan Fisheries Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1985-2004 she was owned by Ocean Fisheries Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.

In 2011-2024 she was owned by David O'Connor, Delta BC Canada.

Name Significance

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

References

Canada List of Shipping

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