Capt David Miller

Service Record

From

To

Clan Ogilvie

Master

1887

1/1888

Wrecked

Wreck of Clan Ogilvie - 1888

Findings

The Court finds the master in default in regard to the loss of this vessel.

With the three lights of Razzoli, Lavezzi, and Testa in sight there should have been no difficulty to a skilful navigator in taking the vessel through the Straits in safety, by duly noting the bearings of the lights and position of the ship.

It appears, however, that the master was at his post throughout, and that there was no want of personal attention.

While finding him therefore in default, the Court, having regard to his long good character and to its being his first voyage in command, is not disposed to deal with his certificate, considering that the case will be sufficiently met with a severe censure.

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