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WILLIAM SALTHOUSE
WILLIAM SALTHOUSE
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Statement of Significance
The William Salthouse is one of Victoria's oldest and most important wrecks. It was the first merchant vessel to sail between Canada and Port Phillip and was flouting British Navigation Laws when it did so. It is archaeologically significant for its evidence of ship construction, cargo stowage and cargo types. It is educationally and recreationally significant as the wreck of an intact wooden merchant ship with its early cargo intact.
*There is a 500m diameter Protected Zone around William Salthouse centred on position -38.272943, 144.705493 WGS84. No entry is permitted unless a Permit has been authorised by Heritage Victoria. *