A.G. Ryan (1880)
Identification & Site Information:
•Vessel Name: A.G. Ryan
•Type: Schooner
•Built: Date unknown
•Gross Tonnage: 111 tons
•Home Port: Kingston, Ontario
Vessel Description:
The A.G. Ryan was a wooden schooner used for transporting cargo across Lake Ontario and the Bay of Quinte.
History:
The A.G. Ryan schooner was primarily engaged in the local trade routes in Ontario, navigating between Kingston and various other ports on Lake Ontario and the Bay of Quinte. The ship was part of the regional maritime economy, transporting cargo that supported the burgeoning industries around the lake and bay. It was recognized for its durability and consistent service, although detailed accounts of its early voyages remain sparse. The A.G. Ryan’s ultimate sinking in 1880 near Captain John’s Island ended its years of operation.
Final Disposition:
•Location: Captain John’s Island, Bay of Quinte, Ontario
•Date: October 1880
•Incident: The A.G. Ryan sank off Captain John’s Island due to an unknown cause. The schooner was completely lost, though no loss of life was reported.
Located By & Date:
No records confirm the wreck’s current location or any salvage efforts.
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