Maritime record MDO47968 - Unidentified 1749 Dutch cargo vessel
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Summary
1749 Wreck of Dutch cargo vessel which stranded on Chesil Beach. Reported as plundered and deliberately broken up by locals. Constructed of wood. Sailing vessel.
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
"Extract of a letter from Biddeford, Feb 3. ... These are the very same Fellows who plunder¿d and broke up the Dutch ship that was on Shore about six months ago near the same Place. ..." (1)
This wreck displays features in common with two Dutch wrecks reported in the same area both also having been plundered, but of different dates, viz De Hoop and a Dutch vessel with tobacco [qv]. Hence this report may be a garbled version of one or both of these wrecks, or may represent a third wreck.
Date of Loss Qualifier: Approximate date of loss.
Sources/Archives (2)
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SY 5815 7895 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY57NE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SY 57 NE 4
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 1438841
Record last edited
Apr 11 2024 1:01PM