Vessel Profile

Doris II

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Story

This fishboat, general (sloop-rigged) was built in 1934 by Wahl, Edward in Prince Rupert, BC.

Historical Notes

On October 21, 1979 this vessel was abandoned at sea and sank in Hecate Strait BC Canada.

Owners & Masters

In 1934 she was owned by Canadian interests.

In 1939-1972 she was owned by Kristian A.K. Berge, Prince Rupert BC Canada.

In 1972-1979 she was owned by Frank Hoy, Prince Rupert BC Canada.

In 1979-1989 she was owned by Lyco Fish Ltd., Prince Rupert BC Canada.

In 2003 she was owned by Canadian interests.

Repower

Repowered with a 95hp gasoline engine by Chrysler Corp.

References

  • Transportation Safety Board of Canada (1993)
  • Canada List of Shipping
  • List of Shipping Casualties Resulting in Total Loss in British Columbia and Coastal Waters Since 1897 (undated manuscript document)
  • recherche-collection-search.bac-lac.gc.ca ↗ (website viewed 02/07/2025)
  • Report of the Transportation Safety Board of Canada - Fishing Vessels and Pleasure Craft Losses (December 22, 1993)
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