13168. (photo) Steamer Benmohr Aground at Prawle Point, Devon, Breeches Buoy Rescue c.1931.
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13168. (photo) Steamer Benmohr Aground at Prawle Point, Devon, Breeches Buoy Rescue c.1931.
13168. (photo) Steamer Benmohr Aground at Prawle Point, Devon, Breeches Buoy Rescue c.1931. The 6,000 ton steamer Benmohr ran aground off Prawle Point, Devon, the Graveyard of Many Fine Ships! Fine image shows the view being rescued by breeches buoy after a line was shot to the ship by rocket apparatus. All 49 crewmen were taken off by breeches buoy before the vessel was pounded to pieces. Measures 8” x 10” with date and identification on back. Dated April 3, 1931. Light wear. (VG-). $32.