Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Jessie
- Type: Schooner
- Year Built:
- Builder:
- Dimensions: Unknown
- Registered Tonnage: Unknown
- Location: Toronto Bay, Ontario
- Official Number: Unknown
- Original Owners: Unknown
- Number of Masts: Unknown
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
Schooner
Description
The Jessie was a schooner operating on the Great Lakes during the mid-19th century. Specific details about its construction, dimensions, and service history are limited.
History
In 1872, the Jessie was destroyed by fire in Toronto Bay, Ontario. The circumstances surrounding the fire, including its cause and whether there were any casualties, are not well-documented. Toronto Bay was a significant area for maritime activity during this period, serving as a hub for vessels navigating the Great Lakes and connecting to various trade routes.
Significant Incidents
- Fire Incident: The Jessie was lost to a fire in 1872, but details regarding the cause and any casualties remain unclear.
Final Disposition
Following the fire, the Jessie was a total loss. There is no available information indicating that the vessel was salvaged or that any significant recovery efforts were undertaken.
Current Condition & Accessibility
There are no records indicating that the wreck of the Jessie has been located or documented by maritime archaeologists or divers.
Resources & Links
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The loss of the Jessie in 1872 in Toronto Bay adds to the historical narrative of maritime incidents on the Great Lakes. While specific details about the vessel and the circumstances of its destruction are scarce, the event underscores the risks faced by 19th-century schooners operating in the region. Further research and exploration may one day shed more light on this enigmatic shipwreck.
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: Jessie
- Former Names: None known
- Registration Number(s): Unknown
- Date Built and Launched: Unknown
- Measurements: Unknown
- Date Lost: 1872
- Location: Toronto Bay, Ontario
Vessel Type
Schooner
Description
The Jessie was a schooner operating on the Great Lakes during the mid-19th century. Specific details about its construction, dimensions, and service history are limited.
History
In 1872, the Jessie was destroyed by fire in Toronto Bay, Ontario. The circumstances surrounding the fire, including its cause and whether there were any casualties, are not well-documented. Toronto Bay was a significant area for maritime activity during this period, serving as a hub for vessels navigating the Great Lakes and connecting to various trade routes.
Final Disposition
Following the fire, the Jessie was a total loss. There is no available information indicating that the vessel was salvaged or that any significant recovery efforts were undertaken.
Located By & Date Found
There are no records indicating that the wreck of the Jessie has been located or documented by maritime archaeologists or divers.
Notmars & Advisories
- Obstruction: Due to the lack of information about the wreck’s location, there are no known navigational obstructions associated with the Jessie in Toronto Bay.
- Navigation: Mariners should always exercise caution when navigating near Toronto Bay, as uncharted hazards may exist.
Resources & Links
Conclusio
The loss of the Jessie in 1872 in Toronto Bay adds to the historical narrative of maritime incidents on the Great Lakes. While specific details about the vessel and the circumstances of its destruction are scarce, the event underscores the risks faced by 19th-century schooners operating in the region. Further research and exploration may one day shed more light on this enigmatic shipwreck.
Suggested Keywords, Categories, and Glossary Terms
- Keywords: Jessie, Toronto Bay shipwreck, Great Lakes maritime history, 1872 schooner fire
- Categories: Shipwrecks of the Great Lakes, Maritime incidents in Ontario, 19th-century schooner accidents
- Glossary Terms:
- Schooner: A type of sailing vessel with two or more masts, typically with the foremast shorter than the mainmast.
- Toronto Bay: A bay in Lake Ontario adjacent to the city of Toronto, known for its significance in maritime navigation during the 19th century.
- Fire: A destructive burning event that can lead to the loss of a vessel.
Please note that due to the limited available information, some details about the Jessie remain unknown.
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