MHG26073 - Martin: Langaton, Stroma, Pentland Firth
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Type and Period (2)
- WRECK (Post Medieval to 21st Century - 1560 AD to 2100 AD)
- TRAWLER (Unknown date)
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- None recorded
Full Description
ND37NW 8000 3480 7920
Steam trawler MARTIN, of Grimsby, master A. Godwund, bound from Iceland to fishing grounds. Lost 17 June 1932, 4.15am. Langaton, 1/4 mile from Stroma Lighthouse. No light burning. Crew heard fog signal once just before striking and recognised the signal. Weather, calm, sea smooth, dense fog. Cause of wreck not given. 1 life lost, 15 saved. Cargo of fish. No more particulars given regarding the ship or her cargo.
Source; William Wards, Principal Lighkeeper, Stroma lighthouse.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred ND 3479 7920 (80m by 80m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ND37NW |
| Civil Parish | CANISBAY |
| Geographical Area | CAITHNESS |
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