Vessel Profile

Charles D.

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Story

This water barge was built in 1943 by Central Bridge Co. Ltd. in Trenton, ON.

Historical Notes

After the Second World War this vessel was sold out of service.

Owners & Masters

In 1943-1948 she was owned by the Royal Canadian Navy.

In 1948-1953 she was owned by Sarnia Oil Ltd., Toronto ON Canada.

In 1953-1954 she was owned by the Hamilton Harbour Commissioners, Hamilton ON Canada.

In 1954-1955 she was owned by the Port of Colborne, Port Colborne On Canada.

In 1955-1959 she was owned by Port Colborne Iron Works Ltd., Port Colborne ON Canada.

In 1959 she was owned by Canadian Dredge & Dock Co. Ltd., Toronto ON Canada.

Name Significance

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

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