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This minesweeper, bangor-class (diesel programme) was built in 1941 by Marine Industries Ltd. in Sorel, QC.
Historical Notes
This vessel was transferred to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police on 03.08/1945. This vessel carried a Warrant to wear the the Blue Ensign 195. Sister Ships: French (2nd), Irvine and MacLeod (2nd). This vessel was sold for scrap at Halifax NS in 1960.
Owners & Masters
In 1941-1945 she was in service with the Royal Canadian Navy.
In 1945-1960 she was owned by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Ottawa ON Canada.
Name Significance
She was named for the eighth commissioner of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Major General Sir James Howden MacBrien KCB, CMG, DSO CStJ
References
- Blackman, Raymond V.B. (1964)
- Government of Canada The Canadian Navy List Ottawa ON
- Freeman, David J. (2000)
- Jane's Fighting Ships
- Email (Bryon Taylor - Nauticapedia 18/11/2018)
- RG 24 Voumel 3613 File 8020-298 Acquisition, Offers & Charter of Ships To & From Royal Canadian Mounted Police
