Protecteur Class
Hmcs Preserver is an auxiliary
oiler replenishment ship for the Royal Canadian Navy. The class are tasked to resupply ships at sea
with food, munitions, fuel and spare parts. They have more sophisticated medical
and dental facilities than smaller warships. At 172 meters (564 feet) the ships
are the largest operated by the RCN.
Hmcs
Preserver entered service in 1970 and has seen service all over the world. She is seen
here sailing from the Firth of Forth on Sunday 14th April to
participate in Joint Warrior 13-1.
