Tayleur

1854ShallowClipper ship

LocationLambay Island, Ireland

Year1854

DepthShallow

Size1,750 GRT

TypeClipper ship

About Tayleur

The first ship of the future White Star Line, lost on her maiden voyage to Australia. Around 360 died when she ran onto rocks in Dublin Bay. Compass error and an unfamiliar crew contributed. Sometimes called the first Titanic.

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