Vessel Profile

Canso (H.M.C.S.)

Canso (H.M.C.S.)
Photo: RCN Official Photo

Story

This minesweeper, bangor-class was built in 1941 by North Vancouver Ship Repairs Ltd..

Historical Notes

In 1948 this vessel was sold, and broken up in Sunderland UK.

Owners & Masters

In 1941-1945 she was owned by the Royal Canadian Navy.

In 1946-1947 she was owned by the Royal Navy.

Armament

1 × 12-pounder (3 in (76 mm)) 12 cwt HA gun
2 × QF 20 mm Oerlikon guns
40 depth charges as escort

Name Significance

Named for a community in Nova Scotia,

References

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