ARGO
Registry and Rig Information | |
|---|---|
| Name | ARGO |
| Registry | U.S. |
| Rig | Steamer |
Dimensions and Tonnage | |
| Length | 42.00 |
| Width | 9.00 |
| Depth | 2.58 |
| Gross Tonnage | 8.00 |
| Hull Material | Wood |
Vessel History | |
| History | First registered at Detroit, MI, on June 25, 1830.Reportedly was catamaran consisting of two \"canoes\" with steam engine between. Was first steam ferry to run from Detroit to Windsor. Is mentioned locally in papers as late as 1838. |
| Disposition | Abandoned c. 1838. |
Build Information | |
| Builder | Shadrach Jenkins |
| Place Built | Detroit, MI |
| Date Built | 1830-00-00 |
Source | |
| Source | HCGL |
Vessel Owners
| Name | Begin Date | End Date | Registry | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Burtis | 1830-00-00 | 1838-00-00 | U.S. |