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Grecian
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Steamer Grecian
(from old postcard)Collision report from
NY Times - 27 May 1932
(Author's collection)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.
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| Vessel Name | Grecian |
| Other Names | |
| Vessel Type | Freighter |
| Owner | Merchants and Miners Transportation Co. |
| Length / Beam / Draft (feet) | 263' / 42' / 36' |
| Tonnage | 2,827 |
| Hull Construction | Steel |
| Propulsion | Steam / Propellers |
| Cargo | General cargo |
| Built | 1900 at Wilmington, DE |
| Date of Loss | May 27, 1932 |
| Reason for Loss | Collision at night in fog with passenger ship City of Chattanooga |
| Fatalities | 4 crewmen |
| Location | 5 miles south of Southeast Point, Block Island, RI |
| Coordinates (Lat/Lon) | |
| Coordinates (Loran C) | 43830.8 / 25823.8 / 14542.7 |
| Water Depth (feet) | 100' |
| Typical Visibility (feet) | |
| Wreck Condition | Mostly broken up |
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