Vessel Profile

Ambassador III (I)

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Story

This patrol vessel was built in 1924 by Prince Rupert Dry Dock Co. (Grand Trunk Development Co. Ltd.,).

Historical Notes

In November 1961 this vessel was reported to have become a total loss.

Owners & Masters

In 1924-1939 she was owned by the Minister of Marine and Fisheries, Ottawa ON Canada.

In 1939-1946 she was owned by the Minister of Fisheries, Ottawa ON Canada.

In 1946 she was owned by War Assets & Disposal Corporation, Ottawa ON Canada.

In 1946-1967 she was owned by the Shantymen's Mission of British Columbia, Vancouver BC Canada.

Repower

Repowered with a 120bhp diesel engine by Glennifer Motors Ltd., Glasgow Scotland.

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