Walter Masterton
HM Yacht "Corycia" (Flagship
of mine sweepers), Royal Naval Reserve
The yacht Corycia was offered by the owner, with the
crew, to the Government.
CORYCIA (ex-CHRISTINE), hired yacht, later salvage
vessel, Pendant No 030. Built 1896, 196grt/250TM. Armament:
1-6pdr, 1-3pdr. In service from 25/9/14, purchased 24/11/17
as salvage vessel. In Auxiliary Patrol role probably
served as wireless-equipped A/P Group Leader or in special
yacht squadrons, at home or in Mediterranean. Sold 1/6/20