John K Shaw Wreck

Field Value
John k shaw Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		40 16.159 N,73 54.483 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.269320
  • Longitude: -73.908050
Reported Year 1884
Name JOHN K SHAW
Type schooner
Flag US
Length 41 m
Width 10.3 m
Draught 3.5
Tonnage 379
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal & pig iron
Date Sunk Feb 24, 1884

Circumstances of loss

COLLISION W/ "NEWPORT"

General Comments

Owner: A S Hatch & Co, Year Built: 1872, Where Built: City Island, NY, Construction: Wood, Home Port: New York, NY, Departure Port: Newport News, VA, Destination Port: New Haven, CT, Master: Osborn, Crew: 7, Ship Value: $3,000, Cargo Value: $2,500, Misc Information: #75442; Identified by debris on shore

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FAQ

Where is the JOHN K SHAW wreck located?

The JOHN K SHAW wreck is located at coordinates 40 16.159 N,73 54.483 W.

When did the JOHN K SHAW sink?

The JOHN K SHAW sank on Feb 24, 1884.

What country did the JOHN K SHAW belong to?

The JOHN K SHAW belonged to US.

What cargo was the JOHN K SHAW carrying?

The JOHN K SHAW was carrying coal & pig iron.

What was the tonnage of the JOHN K SHAW?

The JOHN K SHAW had a tonnage of 379 tons.

What type of wreck is the JOHN K SHAW?

The JOHN K SHAW is classified as a schooner.

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