Vessel Profile

Marvis

Marvis
Photo: Vancouver Archives (Bo P69.2)

Story

This tug was built in 1908 in Vancouver, BC.

Historical Notes

On January 11, 1921 this tug (under Captain Coldicott) was struck by a gravel barge in tow of the tug Earl (under Captain Rogers). The incident occurred in fog and the Marvis was crushed and sank in the Second Narrows of Vancouver Harbour. This vessel sank within 3-4 minutes in deep water.

Owners & Masters

In 1908-1914 she was owned by Alindos J. Hendry (MO), Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1916-1918 she was owned by Pacific Dredging Co. Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1919-1921 she was owned by Pacific Construction Co. Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.

Masters

Captain Coldicott (1921);

References

  • Transportation Safety Board of Canada (1993)
  • Canada List of Shipping
  • The Province (Vancouver BC) Tuesday, January 11, 1921
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