Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: ROSE DOUSMAN
- Type: Wooden schooner
- Year Built: 1855
- Builder: Leander Cox
- Dimensions: Length: 88 ft (26.8 m); Beam: 23 ft (7 m); Depth of hold: 8 ft (2.4 m)
- Registered Tonnage: 133 tons
- Location: Near New Buffalo, Lake Michigan
- Official Number: Not available
- Original Owners: Roach & Connor of Milwaukee (1864)
- Number of Masts: Two-masted
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
The ROSE DOUSMAN was a two-masted wooden schooner, typical of mid-19th-century vessels designed for cargo transport on the Great Lakes.
Description
The ROSE DOUSMAN was constructed in 1855 by shipbuilder Leander Cox in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It measured 88 feet in length, had a beam of 23 feet, and a depth of 8 feet, with a tonnage of 133 tons. The vessel was known for its sturdy construction and serviceable design.
History
Throughout its operational life, the ROSE DOUSMAN primarily served in the cargo trade across the Great Lakes. In 1864, it was owned by Roach & Connor of Milwaukee and engaged in transporting various goods. Specific details about its voyages remain limited.
In the first week of April 1867, while navigating near New Buffalo on Lake Michigan, the ROSE DOUSMAN encountered a severe storm, leading to its stranding and total loss. Tragically, three crew members perished in the incident, although the exact circumstances and cargo details remain undocumented.
Significant Incidents
- Stranded during a storm near New Buffalo, Lake Michigan, in early April 1867.
- Three crew members lost their lives in the incident.
Final Disposition
The ROSE DOUSMAN was declared a total loss after stranding during a storm. The wreck’s remains have not been documented as salvaged or located.
Current Condition & Accessibility
There are no records indicating that the wreck of the ROSE DOUSMAN has been located or surveyed. No current navigational warnings or advisories are associated with the location of the loss.
Resources & Links
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The loss of the ROSE DOUSMAN highlights the perils faced by maritime vessels on the Great Lakes during the 19th century, where unpredictable weather and limited navigational aids often led to tragic outcomes.
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: ROSE DOUSMAN
- Other Names: None
- Official Number: Not available
- Date Built and Launched: 1855
- Measurements: Length: 88 feet (26.8 meters); Beam: 23 feet (7 meters); Depth: 8 feet (2.4 meters); Tonnage: 133 tons
- Date Lost: First week of April 1867
- Vessel Type. Wooden schooner, two-masted
Description
The ROSE DOUSMAN was a two-masted wooden schooner constructed in 1855 by shipbuilder Leander Cox in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Measuring 88 feet in length with a beam of 23 feet and a depth of 8 feet, the vessel had a tonnage of 133 tons. Designed for cargo transport on the Great Lakes, the schooner was known for its sturdy construction and serviceable design, typical of mid-19th-century lake vessels.
History
Throughout its operational life, the ROSE DOUSMAN primarily served in the cargo trade across the Great Lakes. In 1864, ownership records indicate the vessel was held by Roach & Connor of Milwaukee. The schooner was engaged in transporting various goods between ports, contributing to the regional commerce of the time. Specific details about its voyages and cargoes remain limited.
In the first week of April 1867, while navigating near New Buffalo on Lake Michigan, the ROSE DOUSMAN encountered a severe storm. The tempestuous weather led to the vessel stranding and ultimately becoming a total loss. Tragically, three crew members perished in the incident. The exact circumstances of the stranding and the nature of the cargo at the time remain undocumented.
Final Disposition
The ROSE DOUSMAN was lost due to stranding during a storm near New Buffalo, Lake Michigan, in early April 1867. The vessel was declared a total loss, and the wreck’s remains have not been documented as salvaged or located.
Located By & Date Found
There are no records indicating that the wreck of the ROSE DOUSMAN has been located or surveyed.
Notmars & Advisories
No current navigational warnings or advisories are associated with the location of the ROSE DOUSMAN’s loss.
Resources & Links
- No additional resources available.
The loss of the ROSE DOUSMAN highlights the perils faced by maritime vessels on the Great Lakes during the 19th century, where unpredictable weather and limited navigational aids often led to tragic outcomes.
Keywords: ROSE DOUSMAN, schooner, Lake Michigan shipwreck, New Buffalo, maritime history
Categories: Great Lakes Shipwrecks, Maritime History, 19th Century Vessels
Glossary Terms:
- Schooner: A sailing vessel with two or more masts, typically with the foremast shorter than the mainmast, rigged fore-and-aft.
- Stranding: The running aground of a ship, leading to potential damage or loss.
- Tonnage: A measure of the size or cargo-carrying capacity of a ship.
- Beam: The width of a ship at its widest point.
- Depth: The vertical distance between the keel and the main deck of a vessel.