Memphis (SS)

Steel Steamship in Ireland, dating from 1896

The vessel was wrecked with the loss of 9 or 11 lives, including Even Jones of Carnavonshire, who was buried at the Church of Ireland cemetery, Crookhaven. Another report states that 11 crew and 2 cattlemen were lost. The remains of the ship lie in 24 meters and is well scattered with only anchors and the boiler readily identifiable. UKHO Wreck No.011400316. 2,053-/ 3,191-ton 6-year-old steel steamship of London. Built by Harland & Wolf in 1890 and measured L.105m x B.12.5m x D8.14m and had 278n

Type:

Steel Steamship

Period:

1896

Coordinates:

51.46°N, 9.82°W

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