Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Globe
- Type: Wooden schooner-barge
- Year Built:
- Builder:
- Dimensions: Length ~140 ft (est.); Beam; Depth of hold
- Registered Tonnage:
- Location: Pigeon Bay, Ontario
- Original Owners: Parks & King, Saginaw Co.
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
Wooden schooner-barge, typical of the transitional-era vessels used for timber transport on the Great Lakes.
Description
The Globe was a wooden schooner-barge approximately 140 feet in length, primarily used for transporting lumber. At the time of its loss, it was towed by the steamer Bradbury.
History
The Globe was involved in timber transport on Lake Erie during the late 19th century. It was lost on October 21, 1873, during a storm that caused it to break free from its tow and run aground in Pigeon Bay.
Significant Incidents
- October 21, 1873: The Globe broke loose from the tow of the steamer Bradbury during a storm and ran aground in Pigeon Bay, resulting in its wreck.
Final Disposition
The wreck of the Globe is believed to have sustained heavy framing damage and scattered lumber debris, consistent with an over-stress grounding rather than an explosive sinking. No casualties were reported.
Current Condition & Accessibility
Wreck conditions near Pigeon Bay suggest significant damage, with debris scattered in the area. The site may be accessible for diving, but conditions can vary.
Resources & Links
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The Globe’s fate exemplifies the risks faced by timber transport vessels on Lake Erie in the 19th century. Further archival research and potential archaeological exploration could provide additional insights into its structure and final disposition.
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