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SS Sirio was an Italian passenger steamship operated by Navigazione Generale Italiana on routes carrying travelers and emigrants between Europe and South America. On 4 August 1906, it struck rocks near Cape Palos on Spain's Mediterranean coast and foundered. Several hundred people died, although contemporary reports differ on the exact toll, and local fishermen and nearby vessels participated in rescuing survivors from the wreck.
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SS Sirio ranks #141 of 186 in the Shipwreck ranking, behind SS Pacific (1856), ahead of SS Niagara.
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How good is SS Sirio?
SS Sirio scores 7.48/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Shipwreck category. Major emigrant disaster with hundreds dead, but weaker international memory and documentation.
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Is SS Sirio worth it in 2026?
With a score of 7.48/10, SS Sirio is a solid option in Shipwreck. See all Shipwreck ranked.
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