Life Preserver
Life Preserver
Life preserver from the City of Columbus, which crashed on the underwater rocks of Devil’s Bridge in January 1884 when a gash was torn in the hull and seawater rushed into the steamer. Fred Poole, assistant keeper of the Gay Head Light, spotted a light from the wreck and summoned volunteer lifesavers, experienced Wampanoag boatmen. Of the 132 passengers and crew, only 29 could be saved by rescuers.
DETAILS
| Date | c. 1878 |
|---|---|
| Type | Object |
| Credit | Gift of the estate of Mrs. Norman Benson |
| Ref No | 1980.019.001 |
| Thematic Collection | Collection Highlights |