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The Sinking of the Carl D. Bradley

The Sinking of the Carl D. Bradley

Join local history teacher and Great Lakes sailor Jeff Thomas as he tells the story of the tragic loss of the Carl D. Bradley. This presentation will cover the launching and life of the vessel for the Michigan Limestone Transportation Company, her sinking in Lake Michigan on November 18th, 1958 and its impact on the town of Rogers City, MI. This presentation will also discuss the search for the Bradley’s wreckage and the ongoing debate of what actually caused the vessel’s fateful end.

Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center
07:00 PM - 08:30 PM on Wed, 16 Nov 2022

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NOAA Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
989-884-6200
thunderbay@noaa.gov
Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center
500 West Fletcher Street
Alpena, Michigan 49707
989-884-6200
thunderbay@noaa.gov