Storm Damage in Mount’s Bay

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Penzance Gazette – 5 February 1840

Category​

Maritime & Transport

Fields​

Industry: Shipping
Period: 19th_centry
Location: Penzance
Events: Disaster

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Summary​

Severe gales in late January 1840 caused maritime damage in Mount’s Bay and significant disruption to roads and harbour activity in Penzance.

Key Facts​

• A gale from S.S.E. to S.E. struck the...

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