Joseph Henderson

Deceased Person

1826 – 1890

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Who was Joseph Henderson?

Captain Joseph Henderson was an early American harbor pilot who guided large vessels in and out of the New York harbor. He was a legendary figure in the 1880s, well known for being one of the oldest and wealthiest of the New York Sandy Hook Pilots. He was recognized to all the large steamship owners as one of the most experienced and trustworthy New York pilots.

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Born
Sep 9, 1826
Charleston
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Died
Oct 7, 1890

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on July 23, 2013

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