Vessel Profile

Burlington (H.M.C.S.)

Burlington (H.M.C.S.)
Photo: Libraries and Archives Canada (LAC) MIKAN_4090375

Story

This minesweeper, bangor-class was built in 1940 by Dufferin Shipbuilding Co. Ltd. in Toronto, ON.

Historical Notes

In 1946 this vessel was sold to T. Harris, New Jersey USA and broken up.

Owners & Masters

In 1940-1946 she was owned by the Royal Canadian Navy.

Armament

1 x QF 3 in (76 mm) 20 cwt gun;
1 x QF 2 pdr Mark VIII;
2 × QF 20 mm Oerlikon guns;
40 depth charges as escort.

References

  • Government of Canada The Canadian Navy List Ottawa ON
  • Freeman, David J. (2000)
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