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King Philip

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King Philip
Sunk at Boston dock - 1935
(Steamship Hist. Soc. photo)

 

The table below provides historical and statistical data on the vessel. Some of the information may be incomplete. If you have additions or corrections, please e-mail us at the address listed below.

Shipwreck Data

Vessel Name King Philip
Other Names  
Vessel Type Excursion Boat
Owner  
Length / Beam / Draft (feet)  
Tonnage 169
Hull Construction Wood
Propulsion Steam / Screw
Cargo  
Built 1892
Date of Loss April 7, 1935 (Scuttled)
Reason for Loss Sank at dock, raised and scuttled
Fatalities None
Location Dumping Grounds, Outer Boston Harbor
Coordinates (Lat/Lon)  
Coordinates (Loran C)  
Water Depth (feet) 230'
Typical Visibility (feet)  
Wreck Condition  
Diving Considerations A deep, dark and dangerous dive
Other Information  
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