Francis (1897) Wreck

Field Value
Francis (1897) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		39 29.416 N,74 15.416 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 39.490270
  • Longitude: -74.256940
Reported Year 1897
Name FRANCIS (1897)
Type unknown
Flag US
Length 70.4 m
Width 13.2 m
Draught 8.1
Tonnage 2077
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general/ 4,000 bbls. of wine
Date Sunk May 7, 1897

Circumstances of loss

BURNED

General Comments

Owner: New Bedford interests, Year Built: 1885, Where Built: Bath, ME, Construction: Wood, Home Port: New Bedford, MA, Departure Port: San Francisco, CA, Destination Port: New York, NY, Master: Smith, Crew: 25, Passengers: 0, Lives Lost: 0, Ship Value: $50,000, Cargo Value: $250,000, USLSS Station: Little Egg Harbor, Misc Information: #120628; via Cape Horn

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FAQ

Where is the FRANCIS (1897) wreck located?

The FRANCIS (1897) wreck is located at coordinates 39 29.416 N,74 15.416 W.

When did the FRANCIS (1897) sink?

The FRANCIS (1897) sank on May 7, 1897.

What country did the FRANCIS (1897) belong to?

The FRANCIS (1897) belonged to US.

What cargo was the FRANCIS (1897) carrying?

The FRANCIS (1897) was carrying general/ 4,000 bbls. of wine.

What was the tonnage of the FRANCIS (1897)?

The FRANCIS (1897) had a tonnage of 2077 tons.

What type of wreck is the FRANCIS (1897)?

The FRANCIS (1897) is classified as a unknown.

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