MHG26041 - Cairn Glen: Huna, Pentland Firth
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Type and Period (2)
- WRECK (Post Medieval to 21st Century - 1560 AD to 2100 AD)
- (Unknown date)
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Full Description
ND37SE 8002 3600 7370
N58 38.8 W3 6.1
Steamer CAIRN GLEN, 5119 ton, of newcastle, Captain Miller. Lost 23 Mar 1934, 5.40pm, at Huna, 4 miles from Duncansby Head Lighthouse. Daylight.
SW light breeze, sea calm, cloudy. Miscalculated distance from shore. No loss of life, 48 persons on board. General cargo. Value unknown.
Source; George MacDonald, Principal Lightkeeper, Duncansby Head Lighthouse.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred ND 3599 7370 (80m by 80m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ND37SE |
| Civil Parish | CANISBAY |
| Geographical Area | CAITHNESS |
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