De Wadden Schooner

De Wadden is a historical three-masted auxiliary schooner built in 1917 by Gebr. Van Diepen in the Netherlands. Originally commissioned for the Nederlandsche Stoomvaart Maatschappij, she played a significant role in maritime trade during World War I, capitalizing on Dutch neutrality to transport vital cargo.

After a long career carrying various bulk cargoes, including coal and grain, De Wadden became a notable vessel in the Irish Sea, particularly remembered for her contributions during World War II. She was eventually acquired by the Merseyside Maritime Museum in 1984, where she underwent extensive conservation and restoration efforts.

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