Historically Important & Little Known Vessels
- Thread starter Bill 310
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Bit more of the story of the Careys.
Aquaholic
Crew Member
The St. Roch at the Maritime Museum in Vancouver has historical significance as well. If you have never had the tour, it is a nice way to learn some marine history. The artifacts on board that original manufacturers helped provide for the display really take you back in time. I have seen it three times.
vanmaritime.com
The St. Roch was the first vessel to traverse the Northwest Passage from west to east (1940-1942), the first to complete the passage in one season (1944) and the first to circumnavigate North America.
Built in British Columbia, named after a parish in Quebec, captained by a Norwegian immigrant, crewed by farm boys from across the country and helped by the Inuit, the St. Roch is a treasured piece of our maritime heritage.
St. Roch National Historic Site – Vancouver Maritime Museum
vanmaritime.com
The St. Roch was the first vessel to traverse the Northwest Passage from west to east (1940-1942), the first to complete the passage in one season (1944) and the first to circumnavigate North America.
Built in British Columbia, named after a parish in Quebec, captained by a Norwegian immigrant, crewed by farm boys from across the country and helped by the Inuit, the St. Roch is a treasured piece of our maritime heritage.
Dave H
Well-Known Member
Bit more of the story of the Careys.
From 1987 until 1990 I lived at Sandspit and got to know Neil and Betty fairly well.
I had breakfast with them many times in the cafe at the Sandspit Inn and enjoyed hearing their tales of Puffin Cove etc.
Great couple and I relished the time I had with them.
Take care.
I lived there through the 90's. Used to stop and visit them occasionally. They were really nice people and had great stories. Last time I was there about 5 years ago Neil was still around.
