Pirate Harry Thompson Machias Bay Gold

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Pirate Harry Thompson Machias Bay Gold

Lost Treasure ME • Washington County County
Description
Machias Bay legend of pirate Harry Thompson burying a large amount of gold and silver above the eastern shore near his homestead — a Downeast pirate cache tale.
Historical Notes
Harry Thompson reportedly settled above the eastern shore of Machias Bay in Washington County. Compiled Atlantic Coast guides credit him with concealing a substantial gold and silver hoard near his homestead. The tale pairs with Bellamy's Machias River vault and the fifty-pound bag caches near river forts in Washington County lore.
Status / Verification legend — Legendary or approximate

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