Grappler 1908 - 1957

Grappler 1908 - 1957 GRAPPLER, paddle tug, Robust-class. Launched 4. 9.08 Chatham DY. 690 tons, 150(oa), 144(pp)x27x11ft. 1250ihp, 12 kts. Served in Portsmouth. Arrived 20.5.57 Dover to BU.

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