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  • Captain Morris’ Sloop

    Explore the historical significance of Captain Morris’ Sloop, a vanished vessel from the early 1800s, representing the commerce of Lake Ontario.

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  • P.H. Birkhead

    Explore the history of the P.H. Birkhead, a steam-powered freighter known for its impressive towing capacity in the Great Lakes lumber trade.

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  • Queen of the Lakes US 205593

    Identification & Site Information Vessel Type The Queen of the Lakes was a sidewheel steamer constructed from iron, designed for passenger and package freight transport. Sidewheel steamers were commonly used in the late 19th century for short-haul routes and regional passenger services, providing vital connections between smaller communities and larger ports. Description Built in 1872 by Kirby & Ward in Wyandotte, Michigan, the Queen of the Lakes was a 108-foot iron-hulled sidewheel steamer. Her compact size and shallow draft made…

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  • J.L. Ranney (1850)

    Explore the history of the J.L. Ranney, a two-masted schooner from the mid-19th century, and its legacy through the Fred L. Wells.

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  • York

    Explore the unlocated wreck of the York, a wooden schooner lost in the early 19th century on Lake Superior, with a rich history tied to early trade.

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  • Seneca Chief (1825)

    Explore the historic Seneca Chief, the first vessel to navigate the Erie Canal, marking a significant moment in U.S. maritime history.

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  • Sailor Queen (John J. Noble) C107136

    Explore the wreck of the Sailor Queen, a steam screw vessel scuttled near Parry Sound, representing early 20th-century maritime history on the Great Lakes.

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  • North Carolina (L.C. Sabin)

    Explore the history of the North Carolina, a diesel tug that played a vital role in Great Lakes harbor operations during the 20th century.

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  • Queen Victoria – (1838)

    Explore the history of the Queen Victoria, a significant two-masted wooden schooner in the Great Lakes lumber trade, launched in 1839.

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  • Henry Gust

    Explore the wreck of the Henry Gust, a small tugboat abandoned in Lake Michigan, showcasing the history of Great Lakes maritime operations.

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