Vessel Profile

V.P.D. No. 22

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Story

This scow was built in 1909 by Cates, George E. in Vancouver, BC.

Historical Notes

In 1972 this vessel sank in the Fraser River and was destroyed.

Owners & Masters

In 1910-1919 she was owned by William White, Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1919-1921 she was owned by Alice White (widow), Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1921-1959 she was owned by Champion & White Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1959-1969 she was owned by Vancouver Pile Driving & Contracting Co. Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1969-1975 she was owned by Anthony J. Vidulich (MO), Ladner BC Canada.

Name Significance

The initials C.W. referred to Champion & White, her original owners. The initials V.P.D. referred to Vancouver Pile Driving.

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