Story
This mine layer was built in 1915 by Neptun Shipyards BV in Rostock.
Historical Notes
In the First World War this vessel was a minelayer in the Imperial German Navy.
In 1930 this vessel arrived in Prince Rupert BC to supplement passenger service between Prince Rupert BC and the Queen Charlotte Islands.
In 1946 this vessel was broken up in Prince Rupert BC Canada.
Owners & Masters
In 1915-1919 she was owned by the Imperial German Navy.
In 1930-1939 she was owned by Captain Paul Armour, Prince Rupert BC Canada.
In 1940-1941 she was owned by Amour Salvage & Towing Co. Ltd., Prince Rupert BC Canada.
In 1941 she was owned by Capital Iron and Metals Ltd., Victoria BC Canada.
Masters
Captain William Thomas
Armament
3-4.1" guns, 30 mines
Rebuilds
In 1930 she was rebuilt at Prince rupert BC.
References
- Canada List of Shipping
- Photo Courtesy of Nauticapedia Collection
- recherche-collection-search.bac-lac.gc.ca ↗ (website viewed 26/01/2025)
