Vessel Profile

Oslo

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Story

This fishboat, general was built in 1914 in Seattle, WA.

Historical Notes

Bryon Taylor (Email to Nauticapedia 24/07/2018) states that "This vessel formed part of the pre-war Fishermen’s Reserve Fleet. This vessel participated in the 30 January – 25 February 1939 Fishermen’s Reserve Training Session. This vessel was however not mobilized for active duty during the Second World War. "

Owners & Masters

In 1914 she was owned by USA interests.

In 1927-1946 she was owned by Aksel Olsen, Prince Rupert BC Canada.

In 1949-1958 she was owned by Julius Johansen Prince Rupert BC Canada.

In 1961 she was owned by Otto Olsen, South Burnaby BC Canada.

In 1962-1997 she was owned by Donald C. Rea, Vancouver BC Canada.

In 2001 she was owned by John F. Young, Vancouver BC Canada.

In 2003-2024 she was owned by Frederick M. Dahlman, Heriot Bay BC Canada.

Repower

Repowered with a 80hp engine (1949c);

References

  • Canada List of Shipping
  • Bryon Taylor (Email to Nauticapedia 24/07/2018)
  • RG12 Reel T-11592 (Oslo) BC Archives MS-0677 Volume 389 File 113 Fishermen’s Reserve
  • RG24 Volume 5681 File 126-102 - Fishermen’s Reserve West Coast Organization Volume 1
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