Events tagged with "tragic sinking"

Historical Events tagged with "tragic sinking"

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Accidents & Tragedies

Sinking of the Steamboat Brother Jonathan

July 30th, 1865 159 years ago

The steamboat Brother Jonathan sank off the coast of Crescent City, California, claiming the lives of 225 passengers. The vessel was on its route from San Francisco to Portland when it encountered rough weather. Despite the warnings about the stormy conditions, the ship continued its journey until tragedy struck, leading to significant loss of life and highlighting the risks of steamboat travel during that era.