Picture No | 10215988 |
Date | 1878 |
Description | Acccident in London docks, the ship Eastminster |
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The iron clipper ship, the Eastminster, shown capsized in London Docks. Strong winds blew her over causing her to hit and sink three barges. The crew escaped wet but unharmed. No serious damage was caused, the ship was returned to its upright position and moored at the quay where water was pumped out of her.
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Source | The Illustrated London News. 31st August 1878 |
Credit | © Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans |
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