Vessel Profile

H.C. 123

H.C. 123
Photo: RCN Official Photo E-1904_DHH

Story

This fishboat, troller was built in 1941 by Andrews & George Shipyards Ltd. in Vancouver, BC.

Historical Notes

This vessel was crewed with Fishermen's Reserve personnel but was not a part of the Fishermen's Reserve.

Owners & Masters

In 1941 she was owned by Edward Lipsett Ltd., Vancouver, BC Canada.

In 1942 she was owned by H.M. the King for the Minister of National Defence for service in the Royal Canadian Navy.

In 1946 she was sold out of service.

Name Significance

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

References

  • Government of Canada The Canadian Navy List Ottawa ON
  • Freeman, David J. (2000)
  • LAC RG12 Reel T-11901 (1942) (Tautog)
  • LAC RG12 Volume 835 File 9015-T12 REQUISITIONING OF SHIPS - WAR MEASURES – TAUTOG
  • Email (Bryon Taylor-Nauticapedia 2017)
  • Email (Bryon Taylor-Nauticapedia 23/01/2019)
  • recherche-collection-search.bac-lac.gc.ca ↗ (website viewed 11/08/2025)
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