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Norwegian Memorial - Crew of the bark Prince Arthur which foundered January 2, 1903

This monument commemorates the Prince Arthur, which ran aground during a storm at 1 a.m. on Jan. 3, 1903. The Prince Arthur was commanded by an experienced captain from Larvik, Norway, named Hans...

This monument commemorates the Prince Arthur, which ran aground during a storm at 1 a.m. on Jan. 3, 1903. The Prince Arthur was commanded by an experienced captain from Larvik, Norway, named Hans...

    Simpson Bros.

    This plaque has been a mystery to me since I moved in across the street 6 years ago. Submitted by E.M.

    This plaque has been a mystery to me since I moved in across the street 6 years ago. Submitted by E.M.

    • simpson bros.
    • 1912