Vessel Profile

Levis (H.M.C.S.) (II)

Levis (H.M.C.S.) (II)
Photo: RCN Official Photo

Story

This frigate, river-class was built in 1943 by Geo. T. Davie & Sons Ltd. in Lauzon, QC.

Historical Notes

At the end of the Second World War this vessel was laid up in the ship boneyard at Bedwell Bay in Indian Arm BC Canada.

In 1948 her hull was stripped. At the end of her life this vessel was made part of the breakwater at Oyster Bay BC (Vancouver Island).

Owners & Masters

In 1943-1945 she was in service with the Royal Canadian Navy.

In 1947 she was owned by Capital Iron & Metals Ltd., Victoria BC Canada.

Name Significance

Named for Levis QC.

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