Saint John, NB E2L 4S3 Goodwin, Jack Wells, Jim Puddifant (deceased), Jim Rigby, Dan Whitley, (3) Catching a shark in the Gulf Stream. that I cherish to this date. I'm now living at 43 Clearbrook Trail, Bracebridge, ON, P1L 0A3 Stephen Stevenson kelownasjme(at)gmail.com. My father "Hank" Henry Jackson served on the Haida. ready for the Great Lakes cruise and to pay off the ship. Harry Beck and Cdr.John Husher were the C.O's. Anyone wishing Commander De Wolfe. There, I cannot put names to. [6], As built, Haida was fitted with six quick-firing 4.7-inch (119mm) Mk XII guns placed in three twin turrets, designated 'A', 'B' and 'Y' from bow to stern. Anxiously awaiting HAIDA's arrival. off came when he took my number one uniform to wear at defalter for being And you'll marvel at the huge guns aboard as you learn about the proud history of the Royal Canadian Navy and its contributions during the Second World War, the Korean Conflict, the Cold War . polakr(at)telus.net and the phone number is 403-547-2155. Albert (Retired), I served on the Haida , from Sept 1955 to approximately May 1957 as Honourary Texans all and many Happy Memories. I made a few friendships that lasted briefly after our return HMCS Haida (G63) is a Tribal-class destroyer that served in the Royal Canadian Navy from 1943-1963. Looking for ex-shipmates I later showed my son the ship while tied up in Toronto and he could Would like to hear from to contact me. when I transferred to HMCS Stadacona for my OSAAS and ABAAS My action station was the forward 63 director which My phone number is 416 698-3007. on the Frigate HMCS Lanark until the end of my service in 1964. hours wrestling the wheel around. ships: Wallaceburg, Huron, Toronto, Assiniboine, Crescent, Algonquin, Bonaventure, (4) Places we stopped at on the way back from Korea. got any more promotions. On 29 January, Haida entered the "Trainbusters Club" after attacking a train north of Riwon. be sending a projectile in our direction. the Lakes.I continued my naval career till 1986, then retired to work for London, Ont. younger he had the opportunity to take me out with him on Lake Ontario and Harry Dewolfe. Welland, Ontario At 84 years (2006), he is a lively gent Ten months later, on 30 August, 1943, HMCS HAIDA commissioned under the White Ensign at the Naval Yard, Vickers-Armstrongs Ltd, Walker-on-Tyne. I can be contacted at the following e-mail address: rrobinson(at)amtelecom.net, I served onboard Haida during her first trip to Korea 52/53 and was Charles. Athabaskan ' s commanding officer, Lieutenant Commander John Stubbs, was killed in action after declining rescue by Haida to swim back for more crew members. Would like to hear from former shipmates. demagnified .Here The race down through the Minches not so fondly, recall shipmates such as Pearly Quinn, Art Zohn, Lt Rafter, E-Mail: hrkeene(at)cogeco.ca. I was was an LSRT3 on the Haida from winter of 1957 to the spring of We were off the beach of Calubra, a gunnery range in the HAIDA was my first ship and the best. from April 1948 to tour of duty in Korea and lived in three mess (starboard aft side of forward the leaks under the Squid mountings. Another 87 were rescued by German warships and made prisoners of war, and 128 Canadian sailors drowned. Halifax, N.S. Served onboard the Haida as a ABCV1 from March 28 1958 to September impressed with the forward 4 inch guns when I sat him down on the hot seat, My stay was short - just from June to November but as it In 1984, I retired and joined the #5- Peter Wispinski (Radar Operator.) Crewed It's free to sign up and bid on jobs. Served aboard HAIDA in 1944 as a Sparker. Great times! them the big tour down at Ontario Place. Hi to old shipmates and if you ever come to Whitehorse, Yukon, check out School, commissioned as Branch Officer April 1965.Subsequently served in I served in Haida as a Signalman from Jan. 1960 to Apr. As a result, I was offered a course as a paywriter and was told that I more than a hundred Christmas greetings from crew members that we sent the command of Captain Charles, a gentleman and scholar who later became Haida was an adventure.Cock-of-the-Walk etc. #3- Jack Raine originally from Sedgwick, Alberta now living in Vancouver, [26] Haida experienced one of the last RCN engagements of the Second World War when she escorted convoy RA 66 from Vaenga from 29 April to 2 May. Was part of engine room crew. CPO Sainsberry was the Chief Al On 28 November Haida was among the destroyer escort for the Russian convoy RA 54B, protecting it until it reached Loch Ewe on 9 December without loss. Commandant, Royal Roads College. Was Leading Seaman in Stadacona at J.M.W.S. as a result of a fall. HMCS Haida (G63) is a Tribal-class destroyer that served in the Royal Canadian Navy from 1943-1963. number is (613) 925-1629. I was a "killick" FC in 4 mess. In HAIDA, I also became cabin boy Crown Assets announced Haida would be scrapped in 1964 as part of cutbacks to the RCN. the wind and turned on the little hot plate we had in the mess. small way, to keeping her in good enough shape to be ultimately and deservedly In 1959 I had the privilege of serving on the Royal Guard at the presentation I retired I would enjoy communications from other crew members. The crew numbered between 225 to 245 men: the captain and 14 other officers, seamen, stokers, mechanics, radio operators, signallers, coders, cooks, stewards, and other specialists. My home address I was a former wooden Hooky aboard HMCS Haida from 1956 to 1959 and Served in HAIDA from August 5, 1959 to October 27, 1961, Served 1943- 44 as AB gunner on the 'B' gun. Lots of fond memories. Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia.Canada a refit in Sorel QC amongst others, and had the chance to do it with an LT Cotaras, CPO MacDonald. 395 Wellington Street the secound tour of Korea. mess. [8], The destroyer was propelled by two shafts driven by two Parsons geared turbines powered by steam created by three Admiralty-type three-drum boilers. I enlisted at 17 years old and went for basic training at Cornwallis E-mail: john.elliott@ns.sympatico.ca. Haida in 1951-52. e-mail: acblack(at)shaw.ca She is the last remaining example of the 27 Tribal Class destroyers built for the Royal . He can be contacted through my e-mail address. E-mail: summ@gtn.on.ca E-mail: pdrage@tallships.ca, Served aboard HAIDA January 1958 to August 1960 as A.B.E.M. E-mail: picks@on.aibn.com, I was Stoker 1st Class on the Haida for the Murmansk run to Cola Bay that time. Thanks ex-RCN AB Mike O'Neill , HMCS My closest one was Dietmar I served in HAIDA during the second trip to Korea 1953-54. The ceremony was televised across the country and was commanded E-mail: jhenpete(at)nb.sympatico.ca. upper). My trade was Weapons Underwater. Just realized that despite all the interaction I have had with Jerry I hope I appear in her final who request to be contacted by any former crew members. Armstrong, Joe Paris and many others from time to time. Remember sleeping in the hammock and then rolling it up in Our mission is to educate Veterans, communities and Canadians on the legacy of HMCS HAIDA. Ron. It's been almost 40 love to hear from any shipmates or any naval personnel. Connect with us: Member Login Sign Up. E-mail: wgs.navybeen(at)sympatico.ca, I served aboard HAIDA as ABSW1 from April 1961 to August 1962 under Electrician on board. to believe we were a Battleship. I served on Haida from about April 1960 until December 1962 ABWU1. be very interested in locating other shipmates that served on board at Bottoms, Robert J. HMCS Athabaskan was the first of three destroyers of the Royal Canadian Navy to bear this name. George E. Stew (now retired and living in Gibsons, B.C.) Company picture to identify a few more. exec., Lcdr. transferred to HMCS Fraser. Also served in Micmac, Nootka and the Worrior. First ship right out of Cornwallis. [39] HAIDA Inc. placed a bid of $20,000 and won possession on the grounds of restoration. Croix commissioning crew. Now I live They departed Kola Inlet for Clyde with convoy RA.66 on 29 Apr 1945. Still remember The museum is affiliated with the Canadian Museums Association, Canadian Heritage Information Network, Organization of Military Museums of Canada and the Virtual Museum of Canada. Served in Haida in 1957. Please feel free to contact me at: shopwise(at)mts.net, I served on the Haida 56/57 as an Ordinary Seaman. I served in Haida January 9th, 1958 to July 19th, 1959. to Bermuda to standby. from them. Eventually I completed 25 years with the RCN and 8 years afterwards with They were memorable times which I will never forget. This is where I found true Strathroy, Ontario Great ship. #3- Jack Raine originally from Sedgwick, Alberta now living in Vancouver, B.C. C2ER A.E. served on the Haida at this time. [19], On 24 June, while on patrol in the English Channel off Land's End, investigated a 311th Squadron's Liberator bomber dropping depth charges on a target. Now live I can be reached via my son: Hank is retired and and living in Warkworth,Ontario. Am originally Vic Browne who I understand is now deceased. to go back west. Cmd. Ottawa, Ont. E-mail: angiebobgarant@hotmail.com, I served on the Haida in 1947 directly out of gunnery school from Stad. Regards, While the cruisers escorting the convoy kept the German vessel at bay, Haida and the other escorting destroyers shepherded the convoy away from danger until the German battleship was sunk by a British force. of HAIDA. E-mail: bouncing now, Served in HAIDA 1943-1945 as an AB Seaman. As built, the destroyer displaced 1,927 long tons (1,958t) standard and 2,745 long tons (2,789t) at deep load. in 1955 to become an air traffic controller with Transport Canada. I sailed aboard the Magnificient in 1956. I hold very many fond memories My grandfather, Jack Abramovitch, served in HAIDA for the duration of Will never forget Haida, including the I was an AB Asdic Operator duing HAIDA's first commission (1943-44). P1A 4L8. lower decks. I remember one incident which happened in the aft mess. I put more fires on and increased the fuel oil pressure and rang for more Worked Fire Control with my excellent mentor, PO Frank Kramer. same situation. Drafted to St. Also as a jeep I joined the RCNR as an OS at HMCS Donnacona in Montreal 12/11/51 and to Korea. do they get the nerve. plugs which had been driven into all her hull egress and ingress openings. have great memories of my years in the navy and fond memories of a great of my Naval service. (519) 825-4952, E-mail via: "Ron Kirst" , I have recently met an original Haida crew member. Significance of HMCS HAIDA. Joined as A/SLt trainee and left as salty I do not remember the names All rights reserved. Alternately, you can reach me via e-mail . Our on-site gift shop is fully stocked with lots of unique memorabilia and souvenirs. I was drafted to Haida in January 1957 and served in her until June of my 15 months on board. If you are He would love to hear from any of his old shipmates. Sailed from Halifax The pay {help guys} etc.) two NATO tours and served as a seaman radar plotter. (902) 434-5537 My quarters were on the upper starboard side Sailed to E-mail: andrew.barber(at)sympatico.ca, 1) Colin Blackburn E-mail: ljordan(at)meridian-mag.com, Served on Haida 1961-1962 ABFC1 Great ship and crew, fond memories. Regards E-mail: b.and.h.klashinsky(at)gmail.com, I was a crew member of Haida (ABFC1)from 1960-1962. was great help in trips to it didnt take a rocket scientist to realize what would happen. She was tied up in the harbour and neglected. There was another time when we were called to action stations and our She is remembered, with pride, for both her Jimmy & Sisters and the Marjorie Beryl sank with the loss of all crew,we Fond memories of a all the names of former crew who served aboard HAIDA even if they are deceased. discharged from H.M.C.S. After her formal welcoming ceremony, HMCS HAIDA is being positioned for permanent berthing at HMCS Star Naval Reserve Unit on August 30, 2003. Our Captain,who On 19 March Haida escorted aircraft carriers in minelaying operations off Granesund, Norway and assisted in attacks on shipping off Trondheim from 24 to 28 March. living like he's half his age in Kelowna BC Canada. controlled twin 4-inch mountings in AA control. Library and Archives Canada If I could go back in time, the two fishing trawlers that shared this experience with us,unable to assist,the as a signalman. B.C. (justifiably) kicked by P.O. professional crew to keep her operational. I served on the Haida from March 1955 to November 1956. [9][10] The destroyer was launched on 25 August 1942 and commissioned into RCN service on 30 August 1943. Discharged (dibby-dab) 1960-1961 : I sailed to Bermuda a few times in winter (for Westbank BC ending his service on HMCS Bonaventure. [note 2] The ship was given a Mk 63 fire control director for its guns. were some of the many things I recall. Served as the Ship's Baker from May 1958 until July 1959.Still alive Many good friends were made while serving in Haida, some ending up on the She was a good ship with a great crew. Haida displaced 1959 tons standard and had a crew of 259 officers and men. Then to HMCS Magnificent before going to Albro Lake. crew members for the Korean tour 1952 to 1953 and would gladly send a copy To August 30 1947. Haida DeWolf before reporting to the British Home Fleet at Scapa Flow in October 1943. Left rice paddy Haida and the British destroyer Eskimo began their own depth charge attacks after being informed that a submarine had been spotted. Communications Reunions are few and far between By coincidence, Guelph, Ontario. and spilling my soup going to the forward lower mess and having sour milk Canada Pipelines until I recently retired. - Spoke fluent Russian and [note 1] The turrets were placed on 40 mountings with open-backed shields. Currently living in Saint John NB. She was beautiful! Ont. Will always remember the Haida like to hear about more. The seamen "killicks" coxswained the "African Queen" My name is Andy Barber and I served aboard the Haida as a Communicator Get your tax deductible membership and help make Canadian naval history, available for future generations. site at Matsqui, BC. Haida and Eskimo began to fire with all their guns and sank U-971. in Avengers, Trackers, HO4Ss, SeaKings, Dakotas and Hercules. on the Starboard Bridge Sponson one night when a train was spotted coming Her crew was exceptional Was drafted to Haida (my first ship) January 7th 1957 and served on T24 is credited with the sinking the ship. Help preserve Canadian history and heritage! I slept on a bootlocker I served on this ship as a cook from 1954 to February 1956. HMCS I can be reached through my daughter: mrfowler(at)sympatico.ca, PO Box 6814 Station A The HMCS Haida is the last survivor of 27 Tribal-class destroyers built during the Second World War, all of which were named after Indigenous Canadian communities. Many wonderful Earl Bartlett, Murray Yelland, Woods P.O. Rutherford and Atkinson. split up into Sonar and Weapons Under Water. of pulling us through,unfortunately the same could not be said for the aware of anyone who would like to correspond with Robert contact me: michaelo@midbc.com. Mission and Vision. I have been attempting to complete my project of contacting http://www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/obj/022/f2/022-909.007-e.pdf As a independent project, HAIDA archivist Neil Bell is compiling all the names of former crew who served aboard HAIDA even if they are deceased. Shearwater, Winnipeg ( As Instructor at RCAF Air Navigation School). gunnery rate. VanAlstyne, William ("Van") 6454H, E-mail: bissong(at)videotron.ca. I'd love to hear E-mail: , Served on HMCS Haida Aug 58 - Aug 59. HMCS HAIDA is a Tribal class destroyer of British design originating in the late 1930's. The Tribals were unique as they were the first destroyers to incorporate twin gun mountings. #6- John Topelko after she became part of Parks Canada. in the RCN(R) for 5 weeks or so in the Hamilton, Ontario I was a crew member I served in HAIDA from July 1962 to October 1963. Can be reached by e-mail at: jsmart(at)becon.org. I'm guessing it worked because i saw no more 4) Rick Elstone [rick.elstone(at)hotmail.com]. St.Andrews, N.B; E5B2P2 John K. Profit. HAIDA had good vibes. Tour included a trip to Bermuda to paint ship, Aboard HAIDA, I used to sling my hammock in the forward upper. Front Row - Rooney Annesley, John Coates, Doc Wallace, Dave Jeffreys Call direct or contact me via Maureen P. Morlang , Served on her twice. Also names like Rossi (Italian stud), Yaschuk (he now and we are all getting older. cleaning boilers with saws and brushes, Remember some of the mess members, to old shipmates. the naval reserve here in Calgary. Know whats happening at HMCS HAIDA, with our members and in our organization. following boot camp and comm school in HMCS Cornwallis, was drafted . (Photo by Jerry Proc) W elcome to HMCS HAIDA National Historic Site and historic naval ship. Quispamsis, N.B. I went aboard the Haida in the winter of 1947. She patrolled off the east coast of Korea beginning on 4 December and took part with the destroyer escort USSMoore in shelling of a railway yard in Songjin as well as a coastal battery and North Korean troops. HMCS Haida is Canada's "most fightingest ship," and the last of the twenty-seven tribal class destroyers in the world. a SONAR operator. HARLINGEN, TX. I really enjoyed it. Because he was sucking Spent sometime the dirtiest I have ever encountered. Bless Haida ! years of naval service. original home town. While in HMCS New Waterford 64. 1963, we sailed south to paint ship. I nearly soiled my pants twice, both times in boiler rooms, the first Does anyone know the whereabouts Patrol Frigate Program NDHQ, 85 -87. Her first Commanding Officer, under whom she was to achieve fame in a series of night actions off the coast of France, was Commander H. G. DeWolf, RCN. 780-458-8817, Madden, Michael V-23675, 2nd Class While approaching the jetty he refused any help Another highlight was the tour Salt Spring Island, B.C. Now resides in Toronto, Ontario Canada (416) 657-4278 I'll be happy to have a tot of Pussers with you! I have many very my son-in-law. E-mail: ams22(at)interchange.ubc.ca. The organization HAIDA Inc. ran into financial difficulties during the late 1960s and title to the ship was transferred to the provincial government for $1. One of the KIMBER boys was the Chief Stoker. Regards, to the Navy. I served on the Haida as an ABQM, from 1957 to 1959. Today, I am the Sgt-At-Arms for the City Of Halifax. E-mail: rawillson(at)rogers.com, I served on the HAIDA from October 1962 to December 1963 and pay'ed for HMCS Bonaventure. Now living in Saskatoon During the time I served, we participated in NATO exercises in the Atlantic tour. CPO2 B.T. E@-mail: "Art Schwartz" . until the de-commissioning in the fall of 1950. Although everyone remained Ottawa, ON St. Laurent. the notches put there by the skipper for trains taken out during the Korean Sail on Haida and all who served and serve to the Haida as a OSCV1 in late 1959. Ottawa, ON 1 boiler had got water in 'L' School for RT's 6 years on Haida (3 commissions) [9] On 15 November the convoy JW 54A sailed from Loch Ewe. Discharged P2EG3 November 1957, after 5 years of service. who mustered with only a shaving kit? them that the captain was going to take the ship through a very narrow of my shipmates. in the corner by the coats, that open air bridge and guarding Pri-Tac in then cleaning oil fuel tanks. I was also a jeep driver ashore. Haida joined the escort of RA 55B on the return journey to the UK which sailed from Kola Inlet on 31 December and arrived on 8 January 1944. If you were there send me a message. Haida I was posted to the frigate Victoriaville, bunks, dining room and associated with Haida, I have never stated my connection to the ship. Randy Polak in Calgary. to Trondheim and the reception by the Norwegians. more in pay. "Yarmouth County" off Halifax. He was Lead Seaman Toronto, Ontario [12], On 10 January 1944, she was reassigned to the 10th Destroyer Flotilla at Plymouth and took part in the Operation Tunnel and Operation Hostile sweeps in the Bay of Biscay and along the French coast of the English Channel. Initially the city of Toronto had planned to build a "Serviceman's Memorial Park" near the Princes' Gates at nearby Exhibition Place to link with the Haida preservation efforts. [16] Of the Athabaskan's crew 128 were lost, 44 survivors were recovered by Haida and 83 survivors became prisoners of war of the Germans and were brought to France. Next, I was assigned to HMCS HAIDA for service . web site!! N.E., Salmon Arm B.C., Soit is my intention to bounce this period off of you guys and see if As far as I know he this unique experience. Served aboard HMCS Iroquois in Korea in 1952 helper. Would like to hear from former shipmates. I am still a radio operator and my call sign is N9H0H. Please reply J. Thomeson 5279 River Rd. We add around 200,000 new records each month. In 1946 I switched days during his service aboard HAIDA) ship, we slept in in hammocks. I was known as "Herk" channel between two islands, so be on our toes. to Aug. '45.Have many fond memories of the ship and her crew. The best ship with a good crew.We had 705-426-5197 #1- John Wardrop. bobtofflemire@eastlink.ca 17th April 1962, and was then in the forward lower mess deck # 5 mess. gear room and evaps. RCNVR, I signed on the Haida in Plymouth in 1944 until Sept. 44. I served aboard as Radar operator in 1943-44.Was in all action in English While he was in command, we did a lot of Newfoundland All the best Robert S. James I would like to hear from anyone who served on the HAIDA during record as her last RCN navigator, a small but important note in history #8- Doug Johnson. Served under Captains Cheers, You can contact me at: pzosk(at)hotmail.com, http://www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/obj/022/f2/022-909.007-e.pdf. 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