Vessel Profile

Benjamin F. Packard

Benjamin F. Packard
Photo: Puget Sound Maritime Historical Society (Marine Photo Shop - Joe D. Williamson)

Story

This ship-rigged was built in 1883 by Goss, Sawyer & Packard in Bath, ME.

Historical Notes

On April 17, 1911 this vessel was blown ashore in Chignik Bay Alaska along with the Jabez Howe and Star of Alaska, this vessel was later salvaged and repaired.

Owners & Masters

In 1883 she was owned by USA interests.

In 1908 she was owned by Northwestern Fisheries, Seattle WA USA.

In 1926-1927 she was owned by P.E. Hansen & M. Nider, Seattle WA USA.

Masters

Captain A. Aas (1926-1927);

References

Lloyd's Register Vol. 1 1926-1927

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