The PS Gael was a paddle steamer ship that operated on the River Clyde in Scotland during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Built in 1867 by John Elder & Co., the ship was initially designed for service on the River Shannon in Ireland. However, due to financial difficulties, it was later transferred to the Clyde where it served as a passenger vessel. The PS Gael had a long and eventful career, with various owners and operators over the years. In 1900, it was converted into a tugboat and its paddle wheels were replaced with a propeller. Throughout its service life, the ship had several incidents, including collisions and groundings. The PS Gael eventually sank in 1913 after a collision with another vessel on the River Clyde. Despite its eventual demise, the PS Gael remains an important part of maritime history, representing the era of paddle steamer ships and the bustling river trade of the 19th and early 20th centuries.

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