Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Phantom
- Type: Schooner
- Year Built: 1888
- Builder:
- Dimensions:
- Registered Tonnage:
- Location: Near Stony Creek, north of Pentwater, Michigan
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
Schooner
Description
The Phantom was a wooden-hulled schooner operating on the Great Lakes during the late 19th 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.
History
Information regarding the construction and ownership of the Phantom is limited. The vessel was built in 1888 and was part of the commercial shipping activities prevalent in the Great Lakes during that time.
Significant Incidents
- On September 13, 1895, the Phantom encountered a severe gale while navigating Lake Michigan.
- The vessel sprang a leak and settled to her decks.
- Out of the 22 crew members aboard, 17 were lost in the incident.
- The schooner was carrying a cargo of lath at the time of the sinking.
Final Disposition
On September 13, 1895, the Phantom encountered a severe gale while navigating Lake Michigan. The vessel sprang a leak and settled to her decks. The following day, she drifted ashore near Stony Creek, just north of Pentwater, Michigan.
Current Condition & Accessibility
Information regarding the discovery or exploration of the Phantom wreck site is not available in the current records.
Resources & Links
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The Phantom serves as a historical example of the risks faced by schooners operating on the Great Lakes in the late 19th century. Despite the lack of detailed records, the incident underscores the importance of maritime safety and the potential hazards of severe weather conditions on the Great Lakes. 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.
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