Maritime record COV 176 - Wreck of the Stag

1858 wreck of English brig which foundered off Covehithe Ness following a collision en route from Shields for London. Constructed of wood, she was a sailing vessel.
Status: Casualty

'Lowestoft 6th March - The STAG (brig), Doxford, of and from Shields for London, was in collision with a brig off Cove Hytheness this morning and sunk almost immediately; crew saved.' (1)

Master: Doxford (1)

Date of Loss Qualifier: Actual date of loss
Date of Loss: 06 March 1858

Registration Place: Shields
Manner of Loss: Collision
Manner of LossL Foundered
Destination: London
Departure: Shields

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