Abstract
After HMS Success grounded on entering the Swan River Colony in 1829, it was repaired with what came to be known as 'Swan River mahogany' (jarrah) a surprisingly durable timber that became much sought after.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Shipwrecks of Australia's West Coast |
Editors | Michael McCarthy |
Place of Publication | Welshpool DC |
Publisher | Western Australian Museum |
Pages | 184-189 |
Number of pages | 6 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781920843762 |
Publication status | Published - 2012 |
Keywords
- Shipwrecks
- Underwater archaeology
- Nautical Archaeology
- Western Australia
- Historic shipwrecks