Vessel Profile

Yaquina Bay (III)

Yaquina Bay (III)
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Story

This freighter was built in 1881 by Cramp & Sons in Philadelphia, PA.

Historical Notes

December 9, 1888 this vessel, while under tow, parted her hawser and drifted ashore at Yaquina.

Owners & Masters

In 1881-1888 she was owned by USA interests.

References

  • Don Marshall (1984) Oregon Shipwrecks
  • Merchant Vessels of the United States (1886)
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