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This yacht, power-cruiser was built in 1922 by Newport News Shipbuilding & Dry Dock Co. Ltd..
Historical Notes
On January 18, 1942 this vessel rescued the passengers and crew of the S.S. Empire Kingfisher that sank of Cape Sable. This vessel was condemned for sea duty in 1943. This vessel was later lost c1960 near Sydney Australia.
Owners & Masters
In 1922-1929 she was owned by Mortimer L. Schiff.
In 1940-1943 she was a Canadian Naval Yacht, Armed in service in the Royal Canadian Navy 1940-1942.
She was transferred to the Sydney Local Defence Force.
In 1941 she was transferred to the Gaspe Local Defence Force.
She was sold in 1943 into service as a banana trader in the Caribbean.
Armament
one 4" gun
References
- Government of Canada The Canadian Navy List Ottawa ON
- Freeman, David J. (2000)
