Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: P.E. Sherman
- Type: Schooner
- Year Built:
- Builder:
- Dimensions: Unknown
- Registered Tonnage: Unknown
- Location: Cape Croker, Georgian Bay, Ontario
- Official Number: Unknown
- Original Owners: Unknown
- Number of Masts: Unknown
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
Schooner
Description
The P. E. Sherman was a schooner operating on Georgian Bay during the mid-19th century. Specific details about its construction, dimensions, and service history are limited.
History
In 1871, the P. E. Sherman became stranded near Cape Croker, located on the eastern shore of the Bruce Peninsula in Georgian Bay, Ontario. The circumstances surrounding the stranding, including the cause and whether there were any casualties, are not well-documented. Cape Croker was a significant area for maritime activity during this period, serving as a navigational point for vessels traversing Georgian Bay.
Significant Incidents
- Stranding: The P. E. Sherman became stranded in 1871 near Cape Croker.
Final Disposition
Following the stranding, the P. E. Sherman 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 P. E. Sherman has been located or documented by maritime archaeologists or divers.
Resources & Links
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The stranding of the P. E. Sherman in 1871 near Cape Croker adds to the historical narrative of maritime incidents on Georgian Bay. While specific details about the vessel and the circumstances of its loss 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: P. E. Sherman
- Former Names: None known
- Registration Number(s): Unknown
- Date Built and Launched: Unknown
- Measurements: Unknown
- Date Lost: 1871
- Location: Cape Croker, Georgian Bay, Ontario [PDF] C-3 – Register of Wrecks and Casualties, Inland Waters DESCRIPTIO)
Vessel Type
Schooner
Description
The P. E. Sherman was a schooner operating on Georgian Bay during the mid-19th century. Specific details about its construction, dimensions, and service history are limited.
History
In 1871, the P. E. Sherman became stranded near Cape Croker, located on the eastern shore of the Bruce Peninsula in Georgian Bay, Ontario. The circumstances surrounding the stranding, including the cause and whether there were any casualties, are not well-documented. Cape Croker was a significant area for maritime activity during this period, serving as a navigational point for vessels traversing Georgian Bay.
Final Disposition
Following the stranding, the P. E. Sherman 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 P. E. Sherman has been located or documented by maritime archaeologists or divers.
Notmars & Advisorie
- Obstruction: Due to the lack of information about the wreck’s location, there are no known navigational obstructions associated with the P. E. Sherman near Cape Croker.
- Navigation: Mariners should always exercise caution when navigating near Cape Croker, as uncharted hazards may exist.
Resources & Links
Conclusion
The stranding of the P. E. Sherman in 1871 near Cape Croker adds to the historical narrative of maritime incidents on Georgian Bay. While specific details about the vessel and the circumstances of its loss 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: P. E. Sherman, Cape Croker shipwreck, Georgian Bay maritime history, 1871 schooner stranding
- Categories: Shipwrecks of Georgian Bay, 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.
- Stranding: The running aground of a ship, often leading to damage or loss.
- Cape Croker: A prominent cape on the eastern shore of the Bruce Peninsula in Georgian Bay, Ontario, known for its significance in maritime navigation.
Please note that due to the limited available information, some details about the P. E. Sherman remain unknown.
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