Story
This freighter was built in 1883 by J. & G. Thompson (James & George Thompson) in Glasgow, Scotland.
Historical Notes
About 1939 this vessel was scuttled in the north arm of the Fraser River to function as a breakwater.
Owners & Masters
In 1883 she was owned by S.S. Barracouta Co. Ltd. - Leaycroft & Co., London UK.
In 1890 China Steam Ship Co., London UK.
In 1898 Geo. W. Macfarlane, Honolulu Hawaii.
In 1900 Pacific Mail SS Co. , Honolulu TH USA.
In 1919-1927 she was owned by Coastwise Steamship & Barge Co. Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.
In 1927-1930 she was owned by Albert & McCaffrey, Vancouver BC Canada.
In 1930-1939 she was owned by Pacific (Coyle) Navigation Co. Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.
Name Significance
The barracouta - is known as the "Cook Strait sailfish"
Repower
In 1916 she was converted to a non-powered barge 2114 gt/rt
References
- Canada List of Shipping
- Lloyd's Register Vol. 1 1926-1927
- www.clydeships.co.uk ↗ (website viewed 07/02/2023)
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