Edwin Fox (ship)

The Edwin Fox is a historic sailing ship built in 1853, originally used for transporting passengers and freight, including convicts, between Britain and its colonies. Over its long life, it made multiple voyages around the world, including in the days of sail. Today, it is preserved as a maritime museum in New Zealand, serving as a rare example of 19th-century shipbuilding and seafaring history. Its preservation offers insight into maritime technology and global trade of the era, making it an important cultural and historical artifact.