Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Marjon S.
- Type: Tugboat
- Year Built:
- Builder:
- Dimensions: Not specified
- Registered Tonnage: 5 tons
- Location: Approximately one mile west-southwest of Port Burwell, Ontario
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
The Marjon S. was a small propeller-driven tugboat.
Description
The Marjon S. was a modest-sized tugboat, weighing approximately 5 tons. Specific details regarding her construction, including the date and location of her build, as well as her dimensions and propulsion system, are not readily available in the provided sources.
History
On April 29, 1943, while operating approximately one mile west-southwest of Port Burwell, Ontario, the Marjon S. experienced a catastrophic boiler explosion. The explosion led to a fire that ultimately destroyed the vessel. Tragically, the entire crew of three lost their lives in the incident.
Significant Incidents
- April 29, 1943: Catastrophic boiler explosion leading to fire and total destruction of the vessel.
Final Disposition
The Marjon S. was completely destroyed by the explosion and subsequent fire on April 29, 1943, approximately one mile west-southwest of Port Burwell, Ontario, in Lake Erie.
Current Condition & Accessibility
There are no available records indicating that the wreckage of the Marjon S. has been located or surveyed.
Resources & Links
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The loss of the Marjon S. serves as a somber reminder of the dangers faced by mariners, particularly those operating smaller vessels like tugboats on the Great Lakes. The tragic explosion and fire that led to the demise of the Marjon S. and her crew highlight the critical importance of safety measures and maintenance in maritime operations.
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.
Identification & Site Information:
- Name: Marjon S.
- Former Names: None
- Registration Number(s): Not specified
- Date Built and Launched: Not specified
- Measurements: 5 tons
- Date Lost: April 29, 1943
Vessel Type
The Marjon S. was a small propeller-driven tugboat.
Description
The Marjon S. was a modest-sized tugboat, weighing approximately 5 tons. Specific details regarding her construction, including the date and location of her build, as well as her dimensions and propulsion system, are not readily available in the provided sources.
History
On April 29, 1943, while operating approximately one mile west-southwest of Port Burwell, Ontario, the Marjon S. experienced a catastrophic boiler explosion. The explosion led to a fire that ultimately destroyed the vessel. Tragically, the entire crew of three lost their lives in the incident.
Final Disposition
The Marjon S. was completely destroyed by the explosion and subsequent fire on April 29, 1943, approximately one mile west-southwest of Port Burwell, Ontario, in Lake Erie.
Located By & Date Found
There are no available records indicating that the wreckage of the Marjon S. has been located or surveyed.
Notmars & Advisories
No specific obstructions or navigational advisories related to the Marjon S. are noted in the available records.
Resources & Links
Conclusion
The loss of the Marjon S. serves as a somber reminder of the dangers faced by mariners, particularly those operating smaller vessels like tugboats on the Great Lakes. The tragic explosion and fire that led to the demise of the Marjon S. and her crew highlight the critical importance of safety measures and maintenance in maritime operations.
Suggested Keywords and Categories
- Great Lakes Shipwrecks
- Marjon S. Tugboat
- Port Burwell Maritime Incidents
- Lake Erie Shipwrecks
- Maritime Boiler Explosions
- Tugboat Disasters
Glossary Terms
- Foundered: A term used to describe a vessel filling with water and sinking.
- Boiler Explosion: A catastrophic failure of a ship’s boiler, often leading to severe damage or destruction of the vessel.
- Tugboat: A small, powerful vessel designed to maneuver larger ships by towing or pushing them.