Silvanus Wreck

Field Value
Silvanus Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		40 20.263 N,73 58.274 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.337710
  • Longitude: -73.971230
Reported Year 1921
Name SILVANUS
Type schooner
Flag US
Length 81.5 m
Width 14 m
Draught 7.2
Tonnage 2202
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo 3872 ton coal
Date Sunk Nov 27, 1921

Circumstances of loss

FOUNDERED IN STORM

General Comments

Owner: Southern Transportation Co, Year Built: 1919, Where Built: Newington, NH, Construction: Wood, Home Port: Philadelphia, PA, Departure Port: Norfolk, VA, Destination Port: Boston, MA, Master: A B Smith, Crew: 5, Lives Lost: 0, Ship Value: $90,000, Cargo Value: $18,382, Misc Information: #278173; Total loss

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FAQ

Where is the SILVANUS wreck located?

The SILVANUS wreck is located at coordinates 40 20.263 N,73 58.274 W.

When did the SILVANUS sink?

The SILVANUS sank on Nov 27, 1921.

What country did the SILVANUS belong to?

The SILVANUS belonged to US.

What cargo was the SILVANUS carrying?

The SILVANUS was carrying 3872 ton coal.

What was the tonnage of the SILVANUS?

The SILVANUS had a tonnage of 2202 tons.

What type of wreck is the SILVANUS?

The SILVANUS is classified as a schooner.

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