Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Blazing Star
- Type: Wooden three-masted schooner
- Year Built: 1873
- Builder: Henry B. Burger, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
- Dimensions: Not specified in available records
- Registered Tonnage: Not specified
- Location: Near the wreck of the steamer I.N. Foster, Lake Michigan
- Official Number: 2868
- Number of Masts: Three
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
Wooden three-masted schooner
Description
The Blazing Star was a wooden three-masted schooner constructed in 1873 by Henry B. Burger in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. Designed for cargo transport across the Great Lakes, she was a typical example of mid-19th-century schooners, characterized by their shallow drafts and broad beams, enabling navigation in the region’s shallow harbors and rivers. (Wisconsin Shipwrecks)
History
On November 10, 1887, the Blazing Star was navigating Lake Michigan in fair weather when she ran aground on a reef near the wreck of the steamer I.N. Foster. Despite the clear conditions and the visible presence of the I.N. Foster‘s wreck, the Blazing Star struck the reef due to navigational error. The vessel was carrying a cargo of lumber at the time. There were no casualties reported in the incident.
Significant Incidents
- November 10, 1887: The Blazing Star ran aground on a reef near the wreck of the I.N. Foster in Lake Michigan.
Final Disposition
The Blazing Star was declared a total loss after running aground on the reef near the wreck of the I.N. Foster. There are no records of salvage operations. (Great Lakes Shipwreck Files)
Current Condition & Accessibility
As of current records, the wreck site of the Blazing Star has not been located or documented.
Resources & Links
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The Blazing Star serves as a testament to the challenges of navigation on the Great Lakes, even under favorable weather conditions. Her loss near the visible wreck of the I.N. Foster underscores the importance of vigilance and accurate charting in maritime operations. While the exact location of her wreck remains unknown, the story of her final voyage contributes to the rich maritime history of Lake Michigan.
Legacy Notes & Full Historical Record
This section preserves the original unedited Shotline content for this wreck so that no historical detail is lost as we transition to the new logbook format.
Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Blazing Star
- Former Names: None
- Official Registry Number: 2868
- Date Built & Launched: 1873
- Builder: Henry B. Burger, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
- Construction: Wooden, three-masted schooner
- Dimensions: Not specified in available records
- Tonnage: Not specified
- Date Lost: November 10, 1887
- Place of Loss: Near the wreck of the steamer I.N. Foster, Lake Michigan(Wisconsin Shipwrecks, Sylvan Gardens Landscape Contractors, Great Lakes Shipwreck Files)
Vessel Type
Wooden three-masted schooner
Description
The Blazing Star was a wooden three-masted schooner constructed in 1873 by Henry B. Burger in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. Designed for cargo transport across the Great Lakes, she was a typical example of mid-19th-century schooners, characterized by their shallow drafts and broad beams, enabling navigation in the region’s shallow harbors and rivers.(Wisconsin Shipwrecks)
History
On November 10, 1887, the Blazing Star was navigating Lake Michigan in fair weather when she ran aground on a reef near the wreck of the steamer I.N. Foster. Despite the clear conditions and the visible presence of the I.N. Foster‘s wreck, the Blazing Star struck the reef due to navigational error. The vessel was carrying a cargo of lumber at the time. There were no casualties reported in the incident.
Final Disposition
The Blazing Star was declared a total loss after running aground on the reef near the wreck of the I.N. Foster. There are no records of salvage operations.(Great Lakes Shipwreck Files)
Located By & Date Found
As of current records, the wreck site of the Blazing Star has not been located or documented.
Notmars & Advisorie
There are no known navigational markers or advisories related to the Blazing Star wreckage.
Resources & Links
- Wisconsin Shipwrecks – Blazing Star
- Great Lakes Shipwreck Files – WordPress.com(Wisconsin Shipwrecks)
Conclusion
The Blazing Star serves as a testament to the challenges of navigation on the Great Lakes, even under favorable weather conditions. Her loss near the visible wreck of the I.N. Foster underscores the importance of vigilance and accurate charting in maritime operations. While the exact location of her wreck remains unknown, the story of her final voyage contributes to the rich maritime history of Lake Michigan.
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