There have been numerous shipwrecks off the coast of Cape May, New Jersey, which is located at the southern tip of the state. Here are a few notable ones:
- SS Atlantus: The SS Atlantus was a concrete ship built during World War I. After the war, it was used as a ferry before being sold and eventually grounded off the coast of Cape May in 1926. The wreck can still be seen today.
- USS Turner: The USS Turner was a destroyer that sank off the coast of Cape May in 1944 after an explosion on board. 136 crew members were killed in the incident.
- USS Algol: The USS Algol was a cargo ship that sank off the coast of Cape May in 1944 after hitting a mine. The wreck is a popular diving spot today.
- USS Tamaroa: The USS Tamaroa was a Coast Guard cutter that was involved in the rescue effort during the Perfect Storm in 1991. It was later sunk off the coast of Cape May as an artificial reef.
- A number of other shipwrecks have occurred off the coast of Cape May over the years due to the area’s treacherous waters and shifting sands. These wrecks serve as reminders of the dangers of the sea and the bravery of those who risked their lives to navigate them.
