HEREWARD wrecked on Maroubra Beach
The wreck of the HEREWARD on Maroubra Beach in May 1898 attracted a great deal of public interest. Thousands visited the site to watch it being pounded by the waves, and if possible to take a souvenir. The scene was recorded by a number of professional photographers and hundreds of amateurs.
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Object number 00046089, ANMM Collection Gift from Peter Wilson
HEREWARD wrecked on Maroubra Beach
The wreck of the HEREWARD on Maroubra Beach in May 1898 attracted a great deal of public interest. Thousands visited the site to watch it being pounded by the waves, and if possible to take a souvenir. The scene was recorded by a number of professional photographers and hundreds of amateurs.
The Australian National Maritime Museum undertakes research and accepts public comments that enhance the information we hold about images in our collection. If you can identify a person, vessel or landmark, write the details in the Comments box below.
Thank you for helping caption this important historical image.
Object number 00046089, ANMM Collection Gift from Peter Wilson