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Shipwrecks of Nova Scotia
Dorcas
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Wreck Chart #2
Halifax and ApproachesTug and barge in gale
similar to Dorcas & Stewart
(Author's collection)
Dorcas and Etta Stewart
New York Times report
(Author's collection)The table below provides historical and statistical data on the vessel. Some of the information may be incomplete. If you have additions or corrections, please e-mail us at the address listed below.
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| Vessel Name | Dorcas |
| Other Names | |
| Vessel Type | Steam Tug |
| Owner | Samuel Cunard Co. (Halifax) |
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| Tonnage | |
| Hull Construction | Wood (probably) |
| Propulsion | Steam / Screw (with auxiliary sails) |
| Cargo | |
| Built | 1888 at Sackville, NB |
| Date of Loss | August 22, 1893 |
| Reason for Loss | Struck ledge in gale while towing coal barge Etta Stewart (see our Etta Stewart data page). Both vessels were wrecked. |
| Fatalities | 24 crew and passengers from both vessels (no survivors) |
| Last Trip | Sydney to St. John, NB |
| Wreck Location | Off Lawrencetown - Between Shut-In Shoals and mainland beaches |
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| Coordinates (Loran C) | |
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| Typical Visibility (feet) | |
| Wreck Condition | Probably completely broken up - some wreckage may remain |
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