Vessel Profile

Western Hope II (II)

Western Hope II (II)
Photo: Pat Hurst

Story

This yacht, power-cruiser was built in 1932 by Vancouver Shipyards Ltd..

Owners & Masters

In 1945-1956 she was owned by the Columbia Coast Mission, Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1942 she was chartered by the Royal Canadian Air Force.

In 1945 she was returned to her owner.

In 1956-1961 she was owned by The Anglican Synod of the Diocese of Caledonia, Prince Rupert BC Canada.

In 1962-1963 she was owned by Leo Lillenwiess, Skidegate BC Canada.

In 1964-2011 she was owned by William G. Lee (MO), Port Clements BC Canada.

References

  • Canada List of Shipping
  • Hadley, M. (1995)
  • RG 12 Volume 822 File 9015-P21 REQUISITIONING OF SHIPS - WAR MEASURES - PANDA
  • Bryon Taylor (Email to Nauticapedia 17/07/2018)
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