Foyle Wreck

Field Value
Foyle Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		40 20.504 N,73 58.126 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.341740
  • Longitude: -73.968760
Reported Year 1896
Name FOYLE
Type unknown
Flag England
Length 74.1 m
Width 11.8 m
Draught 7.4
Tonnage 1598
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo jute, saltpeter, & ginger
Date Sunk Jan 24, 1896

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED

General Comments

Owner: J Nourse, Year Built: 1874, Where Built: Sunderland, England, Home Port: London, England, Departure Port: Calcutta, India, Destination Port: New York, NY, Master: Hopps, Crew: 27, Lives Lost: 0, Ship Value: $20,000, Cargo Value: $50,000, Misc Information: #70642

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FAQ

Where is the FOYLE wreck located?

The FOYLE wreck is located at coordinates 40 20.504 N,73 58.126 W.

When did the FOYLE sink?

The FOYLE sank on Jan 24, 1896.

What country did the FOYLE belong to?

The FOYLE belonged to England.

What cargo was the FOYLE carrying?

The FOYLE was carrying jute, saltpeter, & ginger.

What was the tonnage of the FOYLE?

The FOYLE had a tonnage of 1598 tons.

What type of wreck is the FOYLE?

The FOYLE is classified as a unknown.

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