Auburn Wreck

Field Value
Auburn Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		39 41.504 N,74 8.242 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 39.691740
  • Longitude: -74.137360
Reported Year 1847
Name AUBURN
Type sailing vessel
Length 35.7 m
Width 8.7 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 427
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo cotton & hemp
Date Sunk Sep 24, 1847

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED

General Comments

Owner: Savannah Line, Year Built: 1837, Where Built: New York, NY, Home Port: New Orleans, LA, Departure Port: New Orleans, LA, Destination Port: New York, NY, Master: E S Hoyt, Crew: 26, Lives Lost: 19, Ship Value: $25,000, Cargo Value: $45,000, Misc Information: Total loss

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FAQ

Where is the AUBURN wreck located?

The AUBURN wreck is located at coordinates 39 41.504 N,74 8.242 W.

When did the AUBURN sink?

The AUBURN sank on Sep 24, 1847.

What cargo was the AUBURN carrying?

The AUBURN was carrying cotton & hemp.

What was the tonnage of the AUBURN?

The AUBURN had a tonnage of 427 tons.

What type of wreck is the AUBURN?

The AUBURN is classified as a sailing vessel.

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