HMB Flamer stranded during 1874 typhoon

Thu, 04/22/2021 - 03:40

Royal Navy H.M.B. Ship Flamer ashore swimming bath + Boat house of the Victoria Recreation Club, after the typhoon 22/09/1874. Source: The photographer

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22 Sep 1874
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Advertised in the Hong Kong Daily Press on 24 September 1874 of the public auction of the "Flamer" the following day. Lying off the Boat House. Cash sale in Mexican dollars. Damage to Douglas Wharf and the "Flamer" in the distance can be viewed here