Vessel Profile

Valiant (IV)

Valiant (IV)
Photo: RCN Official Photo E-5080_DHH

Story

This work boat was built in 1939 in BC.

Historical Notes

The RCN employed her as a harbour tug in Esquimalt Harbour.

Owners & Masters

In 1939 she was purchased by the Royal Canadian Navy.

Name Significance

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

References

  • Government of Canada The Canadian Navy List Ottawa ON
  • DHH 8000 Series Box 173 File 058 H.C. 109 - Naval messages, information sheets and photograph
  • Email (Bryon Taylor-Nauticapedia 2017)
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