History
United Kingdom civil ensignUnited Kingdom
NameAlbion
NamesakeAlbion
OwnerJ. Hunter
BuilderJ. Scott & Co., Calcutta[3][1]
Launched12 November 1814[1]
FateWrecked January 1817[2]
General characteristics
Tons burthen790,[3] or 81780⁄94,[1] (bm)
PropulsionSail
NotesThree decks

Albion was launched at Fort Gloucester, Calcutta, India, in 1814. She wrecked on 13 January 1817 off Trincomalee, while on her way from Madras to London. Her crew and passengers were rescued.[4][2]

HMS Magicienne assisted in the rescue efforts. The officers of the Madras Establishment awarded Captain John Brett Purvis a silver plate worth £100 in recognition of his efforts.[5]

Citations

  1. ^ a b c Hackman (2001), p. 249.
  2. ^ a b The Asiatic Journal and Monthly Register for British and Foreign India, China, and Australia (August 1817), p.196.
  3. ^ a b Phipps (1840), pp. 105, 117, & 142.
  4. ^ "The Marine List". Lloyd's List (5182). 30 May 1817.
  5. ^ Gordon (1990), p. 165.

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