Photo: dailymail.co.uk
'The legend lives on': Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald still...
The 50th anniversary of the SS Edmund Fitzgeralds wreck highlights the enduring legacy of this infamous cargo ship disaster on Lake Superior and the Great Lakes maritime history.
- On November 10, 1975, the SS Edmund Fitzgerald sank in Lake Superior during a fierce storm, claiming the lives of all 29 sailors aboard, including its sea captain, Ernest M. McSorley.
- The Edmund Fitzgerald was transporting iron ore from Milwaukee to a steel mill in Detroit when it encountered treacherous conditions, leading to its tragic demise on the Great Lakes.
- This year marks half a century since the wreck, which remains a poignant reminder of the dangers faced by sailors on the Great Lakes, particularly during harsh November weather.
Why It Matters
The wreck of the SS Edmund Fitzgerald serves as a critical historical event that underscores the risks of maritime navigation on the Great Lakes, reminding us of the human cost associated with shipping industries and weather-related disasters.