Vessel Profile

M.L. 8

M.L. 8
Photo: RCN Official Photo HS-0050-34_DHH

Story

This work boat was built in 1926.

Historical Notes

The RCN employed her as a Harbour Craft at Halifax, NS.

Owners & Masters

In 1940 she was the motor launch on HMCS REINDEER when she was requisitioned.

She was removed from HMCS Reindeer and used as a Harbour Craft.

In 1942 she was renamed H.C. 71.

In 1946 she was sold out-of-service.

Name Significance

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

References

  • RG 24 Vol 5842 File 8000-401/71 General Information – Harbour Craft 71
  • DHH 81/520/8000 Box 173 File 020 H.C. 71 - Naval messages, memoranda and photographs
  • Email (Bryon Taylor - Nauticapedia 08/01/2018)
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