“Ship of the Month” is a recurring feature in the Scanner, the newsletter published by the Toronto Marine Historical Society (TMHS). It highlights a specific vessel from Great Lakes maritime history, offering an in-depth look at its design, construction, operational history, and eventual fate.
Key Details
• Content:
• Detailed histories of significant ships that sailed on the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River.
• Includes information on the ship’s builders, owners, routes, and notable incidents such as collisions, shipwrecks, or rebuilds.
• Often accompanied by photos, blueprints, and firsthand accounts.
• Purpose:
• To preserve and share the rich maritime heritage of Canada and the Great Lakes region.
• Celebrates the contributions of specific vessels to shipping, industry, and local communities.
• Audience:
• Geared toward maritime enthusiasts, historians, and the general public interested in the Great Lakes shipping industry.
Examples of Featured Ships
• Vessels such as Le Griffon, S.S. Edmund Fitzgerald, or schooners like the Norway, have been the subject of past “Ship of the Month” features.
• Covers vessels ranging from historic wooden schooners to modern freighters, emphasizing their impact on Great Lakes trade and culture.
Where to Find It
• Published as part of the Scanner newsletter, available to members of the Toronto Marine Historical Society.
• Back Issues: Select “Ship of the Month” features can be found in the TMHS archives or digital collections.
• TMHS Website: Toronto Marine Historical Society