Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Troy
- Type: Wooden schooner
- Year Built: 1843
- Builder: Conneaut, Ohio
- Dimensions: Length X ft (Y m); Beam; Depth of hold
- Registered Tonnage: ~122 old-style tons
- Location: East side of Manitou Island, Lake Michigan
- Coordinates: Not available
- Number of Masts: Two-masted
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
The Troy is classified as a wooden schooner, characterized by its two masts and single deck design.
Description
The Troy was built in 1843 in Conneaut, Ohio, and measured approximately 122 old-style tons. The vessel was primarily used for transporting cargo, including glass and wheat.
History
Shortly after her launch, the Troy encountered a violent storm in June 1843 while navigating Lake Michigan. The sudden weather change overwhelmed the vessel, leading to her loss.
Significant Incidents
- The Troy was wrecked in June 1843, driven ashore by a storm shortly after her launch.
- No fatalities were reported among the crew, who are presumed to have reached safety.
Final Disposition
The Troy was wrecked and subsequently lost, with reports indicating that she broke apart after being driven ashore on the east side of Manitou Island.
Current Condition & Accessibility
The wreck site is characterized by shoreline wreckage, likely consisting of timber debris scattered across rocky reefs and shallow waters. Due to the severe breakup of the vessel, no intact sections are expected to remain.
Resources & Links
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The loss of the Troy serves as a reminder of the navigational dangers faced by early 19th-century vessels on Lake Michigan, particularly during unpredictable storms.
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