Pocopson Wreck

Field Value
Pocopson Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		40 12.066 N,73 54.231 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.201100
  • Longitude: -73.903850
Reported Year 1936
Name POCOPSON
Type schooner
Flag US
Length 53.9 m
Width 10.7 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 721
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Date Sunk Oct 14, 1936

Circumstances of loss

FOUNDERED

General Comments

Owner: Reading Rail Co, Year Built: 1906, Where Built: Noank, CT, Construction: Wood, Home Port: Philadelphia, PA, Departure Port: Philadelphia, PA, Destination Port: Hallowell, ME, Master: W J Campbell, Crew: 4, Ship Value: $5,000, Cargo Value: $8,000, Misc Information: #202810

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FAQ

Where is the POCOPSON wreck located?

The POCOPSON wreck is located at coordinates 40 12.066 N,73 54.231 W.

When did the POCOPSON sink?

The POCOPSON sank on Oct 14, 1936.

What country did the POCOPSON belong to?

The POCOPSON belonged to US.

What cargo was the POCOPSON carrying?

The POCOPSON was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the POCOPSON?

The POCOPSON had a tonnage of 721 tons.

What type of wreck is the POCOPSON?

The POCOPSON is classified as a schooner.

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