TYNE BUILT SHIPS
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Shipbuilder: John Lawson, Mill Dam, South Shields (1827 - 1829)

Date
1827


Notice in Newcastle Courant - The shipwrights of South Shields are starting to build and repair ships near the Mill Dam . . . the hull of a new vessel building at the Mill Dam yard . . Apply Mr John Lawson or Mr George Smith. Ref Amy C Flagg
Nothing else is known about this builder

Yd No Year Ship Name D / H / P
1829 Margaret D / H
1829 Maria D / H