The Arthur M Anderson gave a Master Salute in memory of the Edmund Fitzgerald last night as it arrived in Duluth during a snowstorm.
The Anderson was following the Edmund Fitzgerald 45 years ago during a blinding snowstorm and was the last boat to make contact with the Fitz before it sank with all 29 crew. (may the rest in peace)
Beautiful, thank you.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Dennis, for sharing this. Love hearing the Captain and the Bridge Master talking. Nice Master Salute for the Fitz on the evening of 10th.
ReplyDeleteAnother wintry November 10th, and a sobering reminder....I'm old enough to remember hearing the tragic news. I've gone to the Split Rock lighting of the lighthouse a few times, most recently last year, when it was also pretty cold out, but not snowing (it was online this year). Thanks Arthur M Anderson and crew....rest in peace Edmund Fitzgerald and crew. Grammie Pat, Roberts, WI
ReplyDeleteVery poignant.
ReplyDeleteMark Gravitte RIP Fitz crew.
ReplyDeleteJames Owen graduated high School 1975. Remembers well when it happened. I don't remember every year but most years. Such a tragedy!
ReplyDeleteMy friend Bev Little’s uncle John McCarthy was First Mate on the final voyage...
ReplyDeleteThis Master Salute brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for sharing it. RIP Edmund Fitzgerald crew & my heart goes out to their families & friends.
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