Vessel Profile

General Benson (R.C.A.S.C.)

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Story

This freighter was built in 1941 by Herbert Atkinson in Clark's Harbour, NS.

Owners & Masters

In 1941-1947 she was owned by the Royal Canadian Army Service Corps.

In 1947-1952 she was owned by George Trynor Construction Co., St. George NB Canada.

In 1952 she was owned by James Calder, Welshpool NB Canada.

In 1952 she was owned by USA owners.

References

  • Canada List of Shipping
  • Email (Bryon Taylor - Nauticapedia 24/02/2016)
  • LAC Reel T-11846 (1952) General Benson)
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