Vessel Profile

Abegweit (I)

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Story

This yacht, sail (sloop-rigged) was built in 1912 in Steveston, BC.

Owners & Masters

In 1912-1914 she was owned by Henry C. Shaw, Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1917-1918 she was owned by Henry Curtis Shaw, New Westminster BC Canada.

In 1920 she was owned by Henry C. Shaw, Vancouver BC Canada.

She was owned by Ian Shaw, Vancouver BC Canada.

Name Significance

The word Abegweit is derived from the Mi'kmaq word for Prince Edward Island, Epekwit'k, meaning "cradled (or cradle) on the waves."

References

Canada List of Shipping

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