NC-A33 Wreck of the Metropolis

Marker text: WRECK OF THE METROPOLIS

Steamer ran aground, Jan. 31, 1878, killing 85. Tragedy prompted improvements in the U.S. Lifesaving Service. Remains are 3/5 mi. SE.

North Carolina Division of Archives and History, 2004

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Location: NC Hwy 12/Ocena Trail and Albacore St., Corolla, Currituck County, North Carolina

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