HMCS Louisburg (K401)

HMCS Louisburg (K401) was a River-class corvette that served with the Royal Canadian Navy during the Second World War. She saw action primarily in the Battle of the Atlantic as a convoy escort.

Construction and Design: The Louisburg was ordered on 1 February 1942 as part of the 1942-43 building program. She was laid down on 12 August 1942 by Davie Shipbuilding & Repairing Co. Ltd. at Lauzon, Quebec, and launched on 29 March 1943. She was commissioned into the RCN on 4 November 1943 at Quebec City. The River-class corvettes were designed as anti-submarine escorts for convoys. They were characterized by their relatively short forecastle and rounded hull form.

Service History: Upon commissioning, Louisburg was assigned to escort group W-6, later transferring to W-4 in April 1944. She spent the majority of her service protecting convoys in the North Atlantic. During her service, she participated in several engagements against German U-boats.

Fate: Louisburg survived the war and was paid off on 27 July 1945 at Sorel, Quebec. She was subsequently sold for scrap.