Vessel Profile

Dolphin II (III)

Dolphin II (III)
Photo: RCN Official Photo HS-0050-70_DHH

Story

This work boat was built in 1932 in Chester, NS.

Historical Notes

The RCN employed her at the Ammunition Depot in Bedford Basin NS.

Owners & Masters

In 1943 she was purchased by the Royal Canadian Navy.

In 1945 she was sold.

Name Significance

The Initials "H.C." stood for Harbour Craft.

References

  • Government of Canada The Canadian Navy List Ottawa
  • Freeman, David J. (2000)
  • Email (Bryon Taylor-Nauticapedia 2017)
  • LAC RG24 Volume 6711 File 8000-401/158 General Information - Harbour Craft 158 DHH 8000 series Box 171 File 037 Dolphin - Naval messages, memoranda and photograph
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