Editors, Charles River

The Sinking of the SS Central America: The Tragic Story of the Richest Shipwreck in History

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ISBN 13:: 9781508438960
author:: Editors, Charles River
format:: Paperback
publisher:: CreateSpace
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2015
Pages:: 44
Dimensions:: 22.9 x 15.2 x 0.2 centimetres (0
Genre:: History, United States, Civil War Period (1850-1877),
Condition:: New
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The Sinking of the SS Central America: The Tragic Story of the Richest Shipwreck in History In September 1857, a devastating hurricane struck the SS Central America, a state-of-the-art steamship carrying nearly 600 passengers and a valuable cargo of gold worth an estimated $2 million. The ship was caught off guard, and despite the efforts of its crew, it was unable to withstand the fury of the storm. As the ship struggled to stay afloat, Captain Herndon made a desperate prediction that the storm would eventually subside, allowing the ship to be saved. However, he knew his hope was false, and the sea would ultimately claim the Central America. The ship's fate was sealed, and it sank in the Atlantic Ocean, taking with it a tragic tale of loss and tragedy. This book tells the story of the SS Central America and its ill-fated voyage, providing a detailed account of the events leading up to the ship's sinking and the impact it had on the world.

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