Historical Events tagged with "ss gothenburg"
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Accidents & Tragedies
SS Gothenburg Sinks near Great Barrier Reef
February 24th, 1875 150 years ago
The SS Gothenburg was a steamship that struck the Great Barrier Reef off the east coast of Australia. This tragic maritime disaster occurred while the ship was en route to Sydney from Brisbane. Onboard were approximately 100 passengers, including many civil servants and dignitaries, who tragically lost their lives as the ship sank after hitting the reef. The incident raised significant concerns about maritime safety in the treacherous waters of the reef.
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