Maritime record BAW 264 - Wreck of the Albion Packet
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Summary
Location
| Grid reference | TM 3778 4301 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM34SE |
| Civil Parish | BAWDSEY, SUFFOLK COASTAL, SUFFOLK |
Map
Type and Period (4)
Full Description
1832 wreck of English packet which stranded near Orford High Light en route from Maldon to Sunderland; a wooden sailing vessel.
Status: Casualty
`Alboro', 18th November - The ALBION PACKET, Marwood, from Maldon to Sunderland, in turning through Hollesley Bay last night, missed stays, came on shore near Orford Highlight and will be totally wrecked. Crew and materials saved.' (2)
NB: The name of the vessel suggests that she was specifically English, and this has accordingly been proferred as the nationality of the vessel. While probable, this is, however, not conclusive.
Master: Marwood (2)
Date of Loss Qualifier: A
Sources/Archives (3)
- <S1> SSF60143 Bibliographic reference: Larn, R., Larn, B.. 1997. Shipwreck index of the British Isles, volume 3. The east coast of England : Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Lincolnshire.
- <S2> SSF60146 Source Unchecked: Lloyds of London. 1969. Lloyd's list. 15-JAN-1828, No.6290.
- <S3> SSF60147 News Paper: 1814. Durham County Advertiser. 19-JAN-1828, No.698.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
May 23 2022 12:32PM