Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Secret
- Type: Schooner
- Year Built:
- Builder:
- Dimensions: Unknown
- Registered Tonnage: Unknown
- Location: Off Star Shoal, Georgian Bay, Ontario
- Official Number: Unknown
- Original Owners: Unknown
- Number of Masts: Unknown
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
Schooner
Description
The Secret was a schooner operating on Georgian Bay during the early 20th century. Specific details about its construction, dimensions, and service history are limited.
History
In 1911, the Secret was destroyed by fire near Star Shoal in Georgian Bay, Ontario. The circumstances surrounding the fire, including its cause and whether there were any casualties, are not well-documented. Star Shoal was a significant area for maritime activity during this period, serving as a navigational point for vessels traversing Georgian Bay.
Significant Incidents
- The Secret was destroyed by fire in 1911.
Final Disposition
Following the fire, the Secret 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 Secret has been located or documented by maritime archaeologists or divers.
Resources & Links
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The loss of the Secret in 1911 near Star Shoal adds to the historical narrative of maritime incidents on Georgian Bay. While specific details about the vessel and the circumstances of its destruction are scarce, the event underscores the risks faced by early 20th-century schooners operating in the region. Further research and exploration may one day shed more light on this enigmatic shipwreck.
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