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Maritime record TQ 77 SE 221 - Mars
Summary
1912 wreck of English lighter Mars which foundered at the Government Fuel Jetty below Upnor Castle. She was in ballast at the time, and would have had no propulsion of her own, being towed. Her recovery was discussed but it is not known whether this was eventually achieved.
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 7618 7043 (point) NLO |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ77SE |
| County | KENT |
| Unitary Authority | MEDWAY |
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
The lighter, Mars, owned by the London and Rochester Barge Company and carrying ballast, sank at the Government Fuel Jetty below Upnor Castle in 60ft of water. It was reported on 30 June that she should be raised but her lifting was not reported.
<1> Port of Medway Harbour Master Records, Rochester Upon Medway Studies Centre, MPA/H2/20, Page Nos. N/a (Bibliographic reference). SKE6425.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE6425 Bibliographic reference: Port of Medway Harbour Master Records, Rochester Upon Medway Studies Centre. MPA/H2/20, Page Nos. N/a.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Aug 19 2013 2:01PM