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  • HMS Charwell (Navy Hall)

    Explore the historic wreck of HMS Charwell, a British warship from the War of 1812, located in the Niagara River. Ideal for divers of all skill levels.

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  • Seneca (1812)

    Explore the wreck of the Seneca, a Provincial Marine schooner sunk by cannon fire in the Niagara River during the War of 1812.

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  • Island Packet (pre 1809)

    Explore the history of the Island Packet, a two-masted schooner lost during the War of 1812 in the St. Lawrence River.

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  • USS Liberty

    Explore the historical wreck of the USS Liberty, an armed schooner scuttled during the War of 1812 in the St. Lawrence River.

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  • Fur Trader (1812)

    Explore the wreck of the Fur Trader, a historic schooner lost in the St. Mary’s Rapids while navigating the Great Lakes fur trade.

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  • Wasp (pre 1811)

    Explore the story of the Wasp, a small wooden schooner lost in a storm on Lake Erie in November 1811, with a possible recovery that highlights early maritime salvage efforts.

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  • Amelia 1796

    Explore the mystery of the Amelia, a wooden schooner lost near the Cuyahoga River in 1811, with no confirmed wreck discovery.

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  • HMS Toronto

    Explore the remains of HMS Toronto, a Royal Navy schooner that played a vital role in Upper Canada’s maritime history before running aground in 1811.

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  • Gen. Tracy (Tracey)

    Explore the wreck of the Gen. Tracy, an early U.S. Navy vessel lost in Lake Erie, significant for its military history and role in establishing American presence on the Great Lakes.

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  • Good Intent (1799)

    Explore the story of the Good Intent, a sloop lost in 1806 near Point Abino, Lake Erie, with all hands aboard. A testament to early Great Lakes maritime history.

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