The steamer “Ocean Wave” exploded at Point Clear, Alabama, in August 1871, wounding and killing many on board, including Mobile area Creoles of color. Here are a couple of articles about the disaster. Thank you Ron Shawhan (whose ancestors were among those killed) for sharing information on this tragedy.
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CategoriesAuthorI am a professional genealogist specializing in tracing the lives of African Americans. I earned my Ph.D. in history from the University of Alabama. |