Maritime History

Maritime history is almost as old as time itself. From very early primitive dugouts and logboats through the early steam and cruise ships to iconic liners such as the Queen Elizabeth they'll all eventually appear here.

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The Shenandoah of 1890: Sailing Ship Extraordinaire

The Shenandoah of 1890 was built by Arthur Sewall & Co. of Bath, Maine, in a last effort to keep wooden sailing ships alive. Did she let her builder down?

Feb 7, 2012 – Susie Yakowicz

1836 Clarendon Shipwreck Prompted Building of New IoW Lighthouse

In 1836, the Clarendon was wrecked in a gale at Chale Bay, IoW and 24 people died. The tragedy triggered the building of St Catherine's Point Lighthouse

Oct 11, 2011 – Elaine Findlay

RMS Titanic – Urban Legends Part 1: The 'Olympic' Switch

Several rumours persist surrounding the sinking of this beautiful ship. This article looks at some of the more outlandish.

Mar 11, 2011 – Andy Hill

RMS Titanic – Urban Legends Part 3: Supernatural Influences.

Several rumours persist surrounding the sinking of this beautiful ship. This article looks at some of the more outlandish!

Mar 11, 2011 – Andy Hill

RMS Titanic – Urban Legends Part 2: What Sank the Titanic?

Several rumours persist surrounding the sinking of this beautiful ship. This article looks at some of the more outlandish.

Mar 9, 2011 – Andy Hill

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