MV Watchful is among the historic vessels currently advertised for sale through National Historic Ships UK. For anyone considering becoming her next custodian, the surviving wartime record is an important part of the vessel’s significance.
Recorded wartime service
The Admiralty requisitioned Watchful on 16 September 1939 as a tender and base ship. She supplied destroyers, including carrying torpedoes, was fitted with a gun turret and was deployed to Dunkirk on 29 May 1940.
Sale and record links
- National Historic Ships record for MV Watchful
- National Historic Ships vessels for sale
- National Historic Ships Facebook sale post
Image and historical record: National Historic Ships UK.
This wartime-service summary is based on the National Historic Ships UK record. The Wartime Vessels Association has not independently verified the record and is not responsible for any inaccuracies or omissions. Prospective purchasers should verify the vessel’s identity, history, ownership, condition and availability directly with the seller and appropriate specialists.