Monument record TR 22 NW 21 - Josephine Willis

Summary

The wreck comprises the remains of the British packet Josephine Willis, which foundered approximately 6.4km south of Folkestone Harbour, Kent, following a collision with the steamer Mangerton on 3 February 1856. The Josephine Willis was a wooden sailing vessel, en route from London to Auckland with passengers and a general cargo which included a large quantity of utilitarian ceramics.

Location

Grid reference TR 2391 2960 (point)
Map sheet TR22NW

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Full Description

Historic England, National Heritage List for England (Index). SKE29372.

Sources/Archives (1)

  • --- Index: Historic England. National Heritage List for England.

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Record last edited

Oct 25 2022 10:08AM