"Old Cove Bridge & Steamer Victoria"
Credit LineGift of Mr. Wilbert Scott, London, Ontario, 1959
Object number1959.038.018
Label TextThe steamer Victoria can be seen in the background of this postcard, approaching Cove Bridge in Springbank Park. The vessel capsized on the Thames River near present-day Greenway Park on Victoria Day (May 24), 1881. The overcrowded steamer was on its way back downtown from Springbank Park. Something caused the passengers to rush to one side of the vessel. It listed and then the boiler rolled off its mount. Falling debris crushed some. Others drowned. Approximately 200 passengers died, most women and children.
NamePostcard
After 1875
The International Stationery Co., Picton, Canada
1916
