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Sinking of SS Republic
- When
- 1865
- Where
- Atlantic Ocean
The paddlewheel steamer SS Republic sank in a hurricane in 1865, carrying a cargo of mostly silver coins.
The SS Republic, a paddlewheel steamer built in 1853, was lost in an 1865 hurricane. The ship sank while carrying a cargo of mostly silver coins. The event occurred in the Atlantic Ocean, reflecting the risks faced by steam-powered vessels in severe weather conditions.
Sources
- SS Republic Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-14
- Steamboat Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-22
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