New Era (1854) Wreck

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New era (1854) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		40 13.333 N,73 59.666 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.222220
  • Longitude: -73.994440
Reported Year 1854
Name NEW ERA (1854)
Type transport vessel
Flag US
Tonnage 1328
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo chalk, gen merchandise
Date Sunk Nov 12, 1854

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED IN HEAVY SEAS & FOG

General Comments

Owner: Hitchcock & Co, Year Built: 1854, Where Built: Bath, ME, Home Port: Bath, ME, Departure Port: Bremerhaven, Ger, Destination Port: New York, NY, Master: Thomas J Henry, Crew: 29, Passengers: 397, Lives Lost: 220, Misc Information: Total loss; 46 died of cholera en route

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FAQ

Where is the NEW ERA (1854) wreck located?

The NEW ERA (1854) wreck is located at coordinates 40 13.333 N,73 59.666 W.

When did the NEW ERA (1854) sink?

The NEW ERA (1854) sank on Nov 12, 1854.

What country did the NEW ERA (1854) belong to?

The NEW ERA (1854) belonged to US.

What cargo was the NEW ERA (1854) carrying?

The NEW ERA (1854) was carrying chalk, gen merchandise.

What was the tonnage of the NEW ERA (1854)?

The NEW ERA (1854) had a tonnage of 1328 tons.

What type of wreck is the NEW ERA (1854)?

The NEW ERA (1854) is classified as a transport vessel.

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