Vessel Profile

Escort (I)

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Story

This vessel was built in 1873 by Magee, James B. and J. Howlett in Marshfield, OR.

Historical Notes

On December 21, 1886 the boiler of this vessel exploded in the bay at Marshfield Oregon USA.

Owners & Masters

In 1873-1886 she was owned by Marshfield OR USA interests.

References

  • Merchant Vessels of the United States (1884)
  • Don Marshall (1984) Oregon Shipwrecks
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