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This work boat was built in 1926 by Alberta Motor Boat Co. Ltd. in Edmonton, AB.
Historical Notes
Columbia River Fishing Boat. Leithbridge was the detachment boat at Aklavik.
In 1933 this vessel was transferred to Coppermine and renamed Herschel. In the summer of 1943, while engaged on a patrol in the vicinity of Reid Island, this vessel was damaged beyond repair by drifting on a rocky ledge during the course of a gale. Hull sold 01 May 1945.
Owners & Masters
In 1926 she was built for the Royal Canadian mounted Police.
In 1945 the hull was condemned and sold.
References
- Canada List of Shipping
- RG 18 Vol 3477 File 1200-34 CFRB Herschel Code 7400 (ex Leithbridge), 'G' Division (photos)
- Bryon Taylor (Email to Nauticapedia 18/11/2018)
