Lottie Cooper

The Lottie Cooper, a three-masted wooden schooner built in 1876, was originally constructed for the Truman Cooper Lumber and Flour Mill in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. After a storied service life, she met her fate in April 1894 when she capsized during a gale on Lake Michigan, leading to the loss of one crew member and the abandonment of the vessel.

Today, parts of the Lottie Cooper's wreck have been recovered and placed on public display, serving as a poignant reminder of the vessel's historical significance. The remains of the ship, once forgotten at the bottom of the harbor, were rediscovered prior to the construction of a marina in 1992, highlighting the rich maritime heritage of Sheboygan.

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