Homeward Bound Wreck

Field Value
Homeward bound Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		40 10.171 N,74 0.902 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.169520
  • Longitude: -74.015030
Reported Year 1879
Name HOMEWARD BOUND
Type barque
Length 40.2 m
Width 9.1 m
Draught 5.6
Tonnage 561
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo none
Date Sunk Mar 20, 1879

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED

General Comments

Owner: J C Gibman, Year Built: 1864, Where Built: Bucksport, ME, Home Port: Searsport, ME, Departure Port: Amsterdam, Neth, Destination Port: New York, NY, Master: Merriman, Crew: 12, Lives Lost: 0, Ship Value: $7,000, Cargo Value: $0, USLSS Station: Wreck Pond #8, Misc Information: #95368; Total loss

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FAQ

Where is the HOMEWARD BOUND wreck located?

The HOMEWARD BOUND wreck is located at coordinates 40 10.171 N,74 0.902 W.

When did the HOMEWARD BOUND sink?

The HOMEWARD BOUND sank on Mar 20, 1879.

What cargo was the HOMEWARD BOUND carrying?

The HOMEWARD BOUND was carrying none.

What was the tonnage of the HOMEWARD BOUND?

The HOMEWARD BOUND had a tonnage of 561 tons.

What type of wreck is the HOMEWARD BOUND?

The HOMEWARD BOUND is classified as a barque.

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