Light Boat Wreck

Field Value
Light boat Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		40 17.939 N,73 58.511 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.298980
  • Longitude: -73.975190
Reported Year 1880
Name LIGHT BOAT
Type schooner
Length 24.7 m
Width 6.7 m
Draught 3.3
Tonnage 114
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo 6800 bushels corn
Date Sunk Feb 2, 1880

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED IN STORM

General Comments

Owner: S N Hatch, Year Built: 1861, Where Built: Frankfort, ME, Construction: Wood, Home Port: Rockland, ME, Departure Port: Norfolk, VA, Destination Port: New York, NY, Master: J H Tallman, Crew: 5, Lives Lost: 0, Ship Value: $2,500, Cargo Value: $4,000, USLSS Station: Long Beach #21, Misc Information: #15069; Total loss

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FAQ

Where is the LIGHT BOAT wreck located?

The LIGHT BOAT wreck is located at coordinates 40 17.939 N,73 58.511 W.

When did the LIGHT BOAT sink?

The LIGHT BOAT sank on Feb 2, 1880.

What cargo was the LIGHT BOAT carrying?

The LIGHT BOAT was carrying 6800 bushels corn.

What was the tonnage of the LIGHT BOAT?

The LIGHT BOAT had a tonnage of 114 tons.

What type of wreck is the LIGHT BOAT?

The LIGHT BOAT is classified as a schooner.

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