Historic Schooners Sink in Brooklyn Canal, Sparking Maritime Concern
Two historic schooners, the Pilot and the Victory Chimes, which have served in wartime, hosted Jacques Cousteau, and one graced the Maine state quarter, have sunk in a canal off New York City's Gowanus Canal in Brooklyn. The vessels, now…
Fort Myers Naples, FL, September 2, 2026 — Two historic schooners, the Pilot and the Victory Chimes, have sunk in a canal adjacent to Brooklyn’s Gowanus Canal. The vessels, known for their distinguished pasts, submerged in early July. The specific company that owns the schooners and repurposed them as floating bars was not provided in available information.
The sinking of the two historic vessels has drawn attention from the maritime community, with many calling for their salvage and an explanation for the incident. Both the Pilot and the Victory Chimes boast significant historical credentials.
The schooners have a notable history, including wartime service and having hosted the renowned oceanographer Jacques Cousteau. Furthermore, one of the schooners was recognized by being featured on the Maine state quarter.
In recent years, the schooners had been repurposed by their current ownership into floating bars. The exact circumstances leading to their sinking in the canal off the Gowanus Canal remain unclear. Details regarding the condition of the vessels, the cause of the sinking, or immediate salvage plans were not provided.
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