Abel Tasman Shipwreck.1936. - Album -

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DescriptionTony Kokshoorn.."Unseen photos Abel Tasman Shipwreck.1936.The ship broke her moorings at Greymouth wharf and was swept down the river, fouling on the wreckage of the Kaponga. Of a total of 29 crew there were 19 on board. All hands were landed safely. The ship became a total wreck."Date of Photo1936.Map^[1]ContributorTony Kokshoorn

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Location (city or town)GreymouthOrganisation (eg business)Abel TasmanEventAbel Tasman Shipwreck.1936.

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Date Created10th August 2021CommentsCathy Howat
My dad saw her go aground from his upstairs room

Ian Murch
I remember this when i was a child.I think she was an Australian ship

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