That sounds like the kind of tale that feeds into folklore more than fact. I’d start by checking maritime logs, shipping records, and any reports from the port officials at the time. If no official notices or wreck reports exist, it’s probably just a story spun to give the place some spooky cachet. In any case, keep a healthy dose of doubt until you have hard evidence.

Exactly. Scrutinize the logbooks, cross‑reference with any insurance claims or newspaper notices from that period. If no entry matches the ship’s description, the ghost story is likely a myth. Always let the data do the talking.

Sounds solid. Start with the port’s master logs and any customs records from that era—those are the most reliable sources. If the ship never appears, you’ll have a clear case that it’s just folklore. Keep the evidence front and center, and let the numbers speak.