Adolphus Wreck

Field Value
Adolphus Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		38 52.000 N,75 7.833 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 38.866660
  • Longitude: -75.130550
Reported Year 1886
Name ADOLPHUS
Type sailing vessel
Flag England
Length 54.9 m
Width 10.8 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 1319
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo barrels, chalk
Date Sunk Jan 3, 1886

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED IN STORM

General Comments

Owner: Abel C Robbins, Year Built: 1873, Where Built: Green Cove, NS, Construction: Wood, Home Port: Yarmouth, NS, Departure Port: London, England, Destination Port: Philadelphia, PA, Master: Sanders, Crew: 21, Lives Lost: 0, Ship Value: $15,000, Cargo Value: $5,000, USLSS Station: Lewes; Cape Henlopen, Misc Information: #66708; Total loss

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FAQ

Where is the ADOLPHUS wreck located?

The ADOLPHUS wreck is located at coordinates 38 52.000 N,75 7.833 W.

When did the ADOLPHUS sink?

The ADOLPHUS sank on Jan 3, 1886.

What country did the ADOLPHUS belong to?

The ADOLPHUS belonged to England.

What cargo was the ADOLPHUS carrying?

The ADOLPHUS was carrying barrels, chalk.

What was the tonnage of the ADOLPHUS?

The ADOLPHUS had a tonnage of 1319 tons.

What type of wreck is the ADOLPHUS?

The ADOLPHUS is classified as a sailing vessel.

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