Vessel Profile

Lachine

Lachine
Photo: RCN Official Photo

Story

This minesweeper, bangor-class (diesel programme) was built in 1942 by Davie Shipbuilding Co. Ltd., Lauzon PQ.

Historical Notes

In 1950c this vessel was planned to become the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Starnes, but this vessel was returned to the Crown Assets and disposal Corporation shortly after the Royal Canadian Mounted Police took delivery.

In 1955 this vessel was broken up by Marine Industries Ltd.

Owners & Masters

In 1942-1945 she was in service with the Royal Canadian Navy.

In 1947-1954 she was owned by United Towing & Salvage Co. Ltd., Port Arthur ON Canada.

In 1954-1955 she was owned by Beaconsfield Steamships Ltd., Montreal QC Canada.

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