New South Wales shipwrecks are one of the most fascinating, if little known,
aspects of the State's history. From the smallest sloops and cutters of the 19th
century to large international cargo carriers in the 20th century, shipping of
all shapes and sizes is represented in the shipwreck record of this coast.
Information about many of these vessels is still very scarce. Documentary
records are often missing or were never kept. This is particularly so for
Australian built wooden vessels of the 1800s. These were the workhorses that
transported people, produce and other materials between Australian coastal
ports, or into the South Pacific region. In many instances the only record lies
on the sea floor. Through careful research and archaeological investigation,
these sites can contribute valuable information about earlier maritime history.
Accompanying the destruction of vessels and their cargoes, are the numerous
tales of hardship, tragedy, heroism and even humour.
Contents:
Foreword
Acknowledgement
Dedication
Notes and Sources
Wrecks in Chronological Order
The Gale of 1852
Hargraves Family of Noraville
The Suffolk Anchors
The Cawarra Gale
The Dandenong Gale
Lord Ashley Survey Report
Location Charts
Dictionary of Terms
Points of the Compass
