Today in the History of the RCN
67 years ago today...
21 December, 1957: After being converted into Prestonian Class escort, the frigate HMCS Beacon Hill (303) was re-commissioned into the Royal Canadian Navy. She was paid off 15 September 1967.... more
Jackspeak of the Royal Canadian Navy
Book: Jackspeak of the Royal Canadian Navy
The Canadian Navy has it's own terminology and slang that is still evolving to
this day. Much of the language used is still derived from the Royal Navy, although as Canadians many local customs and slang have come about. Pull up a bollard and browse our collection of Jackspeak.
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The Canadian Navy has it's own terminology and slang that is still evolving to
this day. Much of the language used is still derived from the Royal Navy, although as Canadians many local customs and slang have come about. Pull up a bollard and browse our collection of Jackspeak.
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Ships of the Royal Canadian Navy
We host a comprehensive list of ships that have served in Canadian Navy yesterday and today. Click here to browse our list of ships.
Badges of the Royal Canadian Navy
We have an extensive collection of badge images encompassing nearly all the official badges used by the Royal Canadian Navy since inception. Click here to browse the badges.
Crowsnest Magazine Archive
Crowsnest Magazine was published by the Royal Canadian Navy from 1948 until 1965. In this digital collection we have every issue, an ideal resource for naval historians and researchers. Click here to browse the Crowsnest collection.