Vessel Profile

H.C. 285

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Story

This boom attendant vessel was built in 1944 by Mason, Stanley G. in Tancook, NS.

Historical Notes

This vessel was employed by the RCN as a N.R.C.E. vessel at Halifax, NS.

Owners & Masters

In 1944 she was built for the Royal Canadian Navy.

In 1947 she was sold.

Name Significance

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

References

  • Government of Canada The Canadian Navy List Ottawa ON
  • Bryon Taylor (Email to Nauticapedia 20/01/2018)
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