Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Kansas
- Type: Cargo Ship
- Year Built:
- Builder:
- Dimensions:
- Registered Tonnage:
- Location: Lake Michigan
- Official Number: Not specified in available records
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
Cargo Ship
Description
The Kansas was a cargo vessel operating on the Great Lakes during the early 20th century. 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. (Military Wiki)
History
Information regarding the construction and ownership of the Kansas is not readily available in the accessible sources.
Significant Incidents
- On October 28, 1924, the Kansas was destroyed by fire and subsequently sank in Lake Michigan. The circumstances surrounding the fire, including its origin and the events leading up to the sinking, are not detailed in the available records. (Military Wiki)
Final Disposition
On October 28, 1924, the Kansas was destroyed by fire and subsequently sank in Lake Michigan. The circumstances surrounding the fire, including its origin and the events leading up to the sinking, are not detailed in the available records. (Military Wiki)
Current Condition & Accessibility
Information regarding the discovery or exploration of the Kansas wreck site is not available in the current records.
Resources & Links
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The Kansas serves as a historical example of the risks faced by cargo ships operating on the Great Lakes in the early 20th century. Despite the lack of detailed records, the incident underscores the importance of maritime safety and the potential hazards of fire aboard ships. 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.
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: Kansas
- Former Names: None known
- Official Number: Not specified in available records
- Date Built and Launched: Details not readily available
- Measurements: Specific dimensions are not documented in the accessible sources
- Date Lost: October 28, 1924(Go Valley Kids, National Archives)
Vessel Type
Cargo Ship
Description
The Kansas was a cargo vessel operating on the Great Lakes during the early 20th century. 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.(Military Wiki)
Final Disposition
On October 28, 1924, the Kansas was destroyed by fire and subsequently sank in Lake Michigan. The circumstances surrounding the fire, including its origin and the events leading up to the sinking, are not detailed in the available records.(Military Wiki)
Located By & Date Found
Information regarding the discovery or exploration of the Kansas wreck site is not available in the current records.
NOTMARs & Advisories
There are no specific Notices to Mariners (NOTMARs) or advisories related to the wreck of the Kansas documented in the accessible sources.
Resources & Links
Conclusion
The Kansas serves as a historical example of the risks faced by cargo ships operating on the Great Lakes in the early 20th century. Despite the lack of detailed records, the incident underscores the importance of maritime safety and the potential hazards of fire aboard ships. 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.
Suggested Keywords, Categories, and Glossary Terms
- Keywords: Kansas shipwreck, 1924 Lake Michigan fire, Great Lakes cargo ship, maritime disaster
- Categories: Great Lakes Shipwrecks, Maritime History, Early 20th Century Shipping
- Glossary Terms: Cargo Ship, Shipwreck, Lake Michigan, Maritime Fire(Wikipedia)