Memorial: M229

Memorial in Hong Kong Cemetery commemorating William Collins d. 1856

Location

Hong Kong Cemetery, Happy Valley, Hong Kong, China, Rest of the World

Transcript

'Sacred to the memory of William COLLINS, late Master of the Barque 'Primula'... who died at sea on the 11th May 1856, aged 42 years. This stone was erected by the crew of the ship as a token of esteem for their late captain.'

Details

Description: Headstone. Set square and compasses carved above the inscription.
Vessel: Primula

People

Collins, William
Age: 42
Date of Death: 11/5/1856
Cause of Death: Unknown/None
Rank / Occupation: Master
Organisation:

Extra

Notes: 'Primula' barque, Built Sunderland 1853, owner J. Alcock, Sunderland.
Recorder: Christine Thomas

JSON

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