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Shipwrecks of Nova Scotia
George B. Cluett
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Wreck Chart #4
Central Nova ScotiaGeorge B. Cluett at dock
(Rob MacKay collection)The table below provides historical and statistical data on the vessel. Some of the information may be incomplete. If you have additions or corrections, please e-mail us at the address listed below.
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| Vessel Name | George B. Cluett |
| Other Names | Buillt as Giant King |
| Vessel Type | Steamer (Motorized Schooner) |
| Owner | International Grenfell Association, NF |
| Length / Beam / Draft (feet) | 127' / 27' / |
| Tonnage | 198 GT |
| Hull Construction | Wood |
| Propulsion | Steam / Screw (with masts & sails) |
| Cargo | |
| Built | 1920 at LaHave, NS (Boehner, Ltd.) |
| Date of Loss | 1945 |
| Reason for Loss | Fire on board |
| Fatalities | None |
| Last Trip | |
| Wreck Location | Northumberland Strait, 3 miles west of Pictou Island (West End) and 2.9 miles north of the Caribou Island lighthouse. |
| Coordinates (Lat/Lon) | |
| Coordinates (Loran C) | |
| Water Depth (feet) | 43' |
| Typical Visibility (feet) | |
| Wreck Condition | Mostly broken up, but engine remains |
| Diving Considerations | |
| Other Information | The information for this data page was provided by Nova Scotia diver Rob MacKay. For the full story on the Cluett wreck, go to http://www.pictouisland.com and click on History. |
Attention Divers The information on this page was obtained from a variety of sources. Although we have attempted to make it as accurate as possible, it may contain errors. For your personal safety, use extreme caution when diving on this wreck. For more information on this wreck's location and history, and water and diving conditions in the area, contact local dive shop personnel, dive charter boat operators and local fishermen. Also check out the other shipwreck sites listed on our Links page.
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