Vessel Profile

Constance (C.G.S.)

Constance (C.G.S.)
Photo: RCN Official Photo

Story

This patrol vessel was built in 1891 by Polson Iron Works Ltd. in Owen Sound, ON.

Owners & Masters

In 1891 she was a Canadian Customs Service Examination Vessel.

In 1912 she was fitted as a minesweeper.

In 1914-1919 she was transferred to the Royal Canadian Navy as a Canadian Naval Patrol Vessel (minesweeper, examination vessel) serving in the Royal Canadian Navy.

Masters

Captain George May (1897);

References

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