Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Jessie Martin
- Type: Schooner
- Year Built: 1881
- Builder: Footlander, Muskegon, Michigan
- Dimensions: Length 68.00 ft (20.73 m); Beam 17.00 ft (5.18 m); Depth of hold 5.58 ft (1.70 m)
- Registered Tonnage: 42.36
- Depth at Wreck Site: 1.7 m / 5.58 ft
- Location: Near Grand Haven, Michigan
- Official Number: 76212
- Number of Masts: 2
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
The Jessie Martin was a two-masted wooden schooner, a common vessel type on the Great Lakes during the 19th century, primarily used for transporting bulk cargo such as lumber, coal, and grain.
Description
Built in 1881 by Footlander in Muskegon, Michigan, the Jessie Martin measured 20.73 metres (68.00 feet) in length, with a beam of 5.18 metres (17.00 feet) and a depth of 1.70 metres (5.58 feet). She had a gross tonnage of 42.36 and a net tonnage of 40.24. Constructed with a wooden hull, she was designed for cargo transport across the Great Lakes.
History
On November 30, 1882, the Jessie Martin encountered difficulties near Grand Haven, Michigan, on Lake Michigan. After being released from the beach, she was under tow into Grand Haven when she capsized. One crew member drowned, while the remaining five were rescued by the life-saving crew. The specific circumstances leading to the capsizing, such as weather conditions or structural issues, remain undocumented.
Significant Incidents
- Capsized near Grand Haven, Michigan, on November 30, 1882.
- One crew member drowned; five were rescued by the life-saving crew.
Final Disposition
The Jessie Martin capsized near Grand Haven, Michigan, on November 30, 1882. The extent of the damage and whether the vessel was salvaged or declared a total loss is not documented in available historical records.
Current Condition & Accessibility
As of current knowledge, the wreck of the Jessie Martin has not been located or identified.
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The capsizing of the Jessie Martin near Grand Haven in 1882 adds to the extensive history of maritime incidents on Lake Michigan. While specific details about the vessel and the circumstances of its capsizing are limited, the loss of life underscores the perilous nature of Great Lakes navigation during that era. Further research in specialized maritime archives or local historical societies may provide additional insights into the Jessie Martin and its final voyage.
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