Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Two Brothers
- Type: Schooner
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- Location: Suspected near Nine Mile Point, Lake Ontario
- Original Owners: Messrs. A. & B. Todd and Captain Stevenson
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
The Two Brothers was a schooner carrying wheat and apples, typical cargo for vessels trading across Lake Ontario. Schooners like this were vital for transporting goods between ports in the early 19th century.
Description
The Two Brothers was a schooner that met its fate during a severe gale on November 12, 1833. The vessel was lost while sailing from Pultneyville to Oswego, carrying 700 bushels of wheat and apples.
History
On November 12, 1833, the Two Brothers, under Captain Stevenson, sailed from Pultneyville bound for Oswego. The ship and its crew were lost during a severe gale that hit Lake Ontario. Debris, including a barrel of apples, the captain’s hat, and the tiller, were found ashore near Nine Mile Point, leading to fears that the vessel had sunk. Onboard were Captain John Stevenson, crew members Cephas Field and William Bastian, and passenger Amos Gloyed. The Two Brothers carried 700 bushels of wheat belonging to Messrs. Taylor & Co., and the vessel was owned by Messrs. A. & B. Todd and Captain Stevenson.
Significant Incidents
- Lost during a severe gale on November 12, 1833.
- Debris found near Nine Mile Point, including a barrel of apples and the captain’s hat.
Final Disposition
The Two Brothers was presumed lost at sea, with no survivors or wreckage found beyond small floating debris.
Current Condition & Accessibility
The wreck of the Two Brothers has not been located, and its current condition remains unknown.
Resources & Links
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This report summarizes the tragic loss of the Two Brothers, a schooner that disappeared during a storm on Lake Ontario. The wreck serves as a reminder of the dangers faced by early mariners.
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