Vessel Profile

Magnificent (H.M.C.S.)

Magnificent (H.M.C.S.)
Source: Nauticapedia Archives

Story

This aircraft carrier, (majestic-class) was built in 1944 by Harland & Wolff Ltd. in Belfast, NI.

Historical Notes

In 1957 this vessel was broken up.

Owners & Masters

In 1944 she was owned by the Royal Navy.

In 1948-1957 she was transferred to the Royal Canadian Navy.

Armament

6-40mm (3 x II); 18-40mm

References

  • Government of Canada The Canadian Navy List Ottawa ON
  • Freeman, David J. (2000)
  • Macpherson, K. & J. Burgess (1981)
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