MEthinks the last communication from Captain McSorley was, “We are holding our own”.
I grew up in SW michigan, and remember this day well. I was in jr high school, and have been fascinated by the sinking ever since it happened.
Worked at RenCen, near the Maritime Sailor’s Cathedral. Always showed up for the 11:00 am remembrance each year.
RIP heroes of the Lakes.
Grew up in Hamilton and watched the coal and iron ore boats daily. Saw them up close too in the harbour. Seeing those giant boats go through the Welland Canal through Port Colborne was something else. Giant boats a few feet shorter than the entire length and width of the locks. Those who have never seen it, well, have never seen it and cannot appreciate it. The length, the width and the height of the boat as it goes by simply dwarfs the individual standing on the banks.