Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Jennie Graham
- Type: Schooner
- Year Built: 1871
- Builder:
- Dimensions: Specific dimensions are not documented in the accessible sources
- Registered Tonnage: Not specified in available records
- Location: Approximately twelve miles from Sarnia, Lake Huron
- Official Number: Not specified in available records
- Number of Masts: Three
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
Schooner
Description
The Jennie Graham was a three-masted wooden schooner operating on the Great Lakes during the early 1870s. While specific details about its construction and service history are scarce, it functioned as part of the extensive commercial shipping network that was vital to the economic development of the Great Lakes region during that era.
History
Information regarding the construction and ownership of the Jennie Graham is limited. It was part of the commercial shipping fleet on the Great Lakes, contributing to the region’s economy.
Significant Incidents
- On April 30, 1872, the Jennie Graham encountered a severe storm while navigating Lake Huron.
- The vessel capsized approximately twelve miles from Sarnia, resulting in the loss of all hands, including Captain Duncan Graham.
- At the time of the incident, the schooner was carrying a cargo of wheat.
- The storm that claimed the Jennie Graham also led to the loss of other vessels, highlighting the perilous nature of maritime travel on the Great Lakes during that period.
Final Disposition
The Jennie Graham was lost at sea during a storm on April 30, 1872. The wreck site has not been documented in current records.
Current Condition & Accessibility
Information regarding the discovery or exploration of the Jennie Graham wreck site is not available in the current records.
Resources & Links
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The Jennie Graham serves as a historical example of the risks faced by schooners operating on the Great Lakes in the early 1870s. Despite the lack of detailed records, the incident underscores the importance of maritime safety and the potential hazards of severe weather conditions on the Great Lakes. Further research into maritime archives and historical records may provide additional insights into the vessel’s specifications, service history, and the circumstances of its loss.
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