Florida (1841) Wreck

Field Value
Florida (1841) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		39 23.414 N,74 22.232 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 39.390240
  • Longitude: -74.370540
Reported Year 1841
Name FLORIDA (1841)
Type barque
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo tea, rhubarb, cassia, silk
Date Sunk Sep 20, 1841

Circumstances of loss

GROUNDED

General Comments

Home Port: New Bedford, MA, Departure Port: Canton, China, Destination Port: New York, NY, Master: Faucon, Lives Lost: 0, Cargo Value: $200,000, Misc Information: Total loss

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FAQ

Where is the FLORIDA (1841) wreck located?

The FLORIDA (1841) wreck is located at coordinates 39 23.414 N,74 22.232 W.

When did the FLORIDA (1841) sink?

The FLORIDA (1841) sank on Sep 20, 1841.

What cargo was the FLORIDA (1841) carrying?

The FLORIDA (1841) was carrying tea, rhubarb, cassia, silk.

What type of wreck is the FLORIDA (1841)?

The FLORIDA (1841) is classified as a barque.

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