The Rainbow was a ship built in 1837 in Saint John, New Brunswick. It was a three-masted wooden ship that primarily operated in the timber trade, transporting goods between Canada and the United Kingdom. The ship had a long and successful career, making numerous voyages across the Atlantic Ocean. In 1841, the Rainbow was involved in a collision with another vessel, the St. Andrew, off the coast of Newfoundland. Despite sustaining damage to its bow, the Rainbow was able to make it to port for repairs and continued its trading activities. The ship's final voyage took place in 1866 when it set sail from Quebec to Liverpool with a cargo of timber. Unfortunately, the Rainbow encountered severe weather and began taking on water. The crew was forced to abandon ship, and the Rainbow ultimately sank in the North Atlantic. The Rainbow's legacy lives on through historical records and accounts of its voyages, showcasing the important role that ships like it played in the maritime trade industry of the 19th century.

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