Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Sea Horse
- Type: Schooner
- Year Built:
- Builder:
- Dimensions: Unknown
- Registered Tonnage: Unknown
- Location: Picton Harbour, Ontario
- Official Number: Unknown
- Original Owners: Unknown
- Number of Masts: Unknown
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
Schooner
Description
The Sea Horse was a schooner operating on Lake Ontario during the mid-19th century. Specific details about its construction, dimensions, and service history are limited.
History
In 1871, the Sea Horse was destroyed by fire while docked in Picton Harbour, Ontario. The circumstances surrounding the fire, including its cause and whether there were any casualties, are not well-documented. Picton Harbour was a significant hub for maritime activity during this period, serving as a port for vessels navigating Lake Ontario and connecting to various trade routes.
Significant Incidents
- The Sea Horse was destroyed by fire in 1871 while docked in Picton Harbour.
Final Disposition
Following the fire, the Sea Horse 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 Sea Horse has been located or documented by maritime archaeologists or divers.
Resources & Links
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The loss of the Sea Horse in 1871 at Picton Harbour adds to the historical narrative of maritime incidents on Lake Ontario. While specific details about the vessel and the circumstances of its destruction 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.
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