14th Oct 1881- The Great Gale (General)

by slowhands , proud of his ancient Dean Forest roots, Friday, February 06, 2009, 06:08 (5809 days ago) @ dink999

Several references to this weather event that led to the loss of several vessels, including :-

Eyemouth Disaster
October 14, 1881
A severe storm struck the southeast coast of Scotland. 189 fishermen were killed, most of whom were from the small village of Eyemouth.

--
Ἀριστοτέλης A Gloster & Hereford Boy in the Forest of Dean ><((((*>