Vessel Profile

Alcedo

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Story

This schooner was built in 1905 in Ballard, WA.

Historical Notes

This vessel was built as sealing schooner for Bering Sea service. This vessel was arrested for contravening the sealing regulations in Canadian waters by the D.G.S Kestrel. This vessel may have served with the RCN during the first World War.

Owners & Masters

In 1905 she was owned by USA interests.

In 1914 she was owned by the Minister of the Naval Service, Ottawa ON Canada.

In 1919-1933 she was owned by Walter C. Brewer, Vancouver BC Canada.

Masters

Captain Frank Ross (1922);

Rebuilds

She was rebuilt as a steamship tug.

Repower

16hp engine (1930c)

References

  • Canada List of Shipping
  • Sivertz, Bent G. (2000)
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