Edmund Fitzgerald: 49th Annual Tribute, P-5 with Captain Darrell Walton

[@warrengee-f9l]

I happened to find the ceremony live stream this year

[@genedwg6689]

A nice update. I attended the memorial at SplitRock Lighthouse Sunday the 10th. It was well attended and still garners interest as to what happened. As I’ve said before the best information is found here with Capn Darrell Walton. He is a master of interpreting maritime bureaucratic language into landlubber English. Thanks for your insight Salute

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, Gene. I'd love to attend the memorial at Splitrock. HMM

[@skycvg]

Such a great memorial memory of the passing of Bruce Hudson's mother Ruth. Can't feel anything but joy for a mother being reunited with her son.

[@rosemaryangela1825]

Absolutely love these videos

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thank you all...so appreciated. HMM

[@AaronDanieltenni]

After Gordon Lightfoot died, the first thing I thought of is the song. RIP. RIP to the 29.

[@mpwmu9041]

Your coverage of the Fitz has been pure gold.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks...so appreciated! HMM

[@Cooper-BK]

Rest in peace mighty Fitz 1959-1975.

[@merlynjohnson1621]

I hope this content continues... I could listen to these stories endlessly

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Merlyn, for your support! HMM

[@RobertSchildt-vt8yw]

Another great story with Captain Darrell! I love the stories about the great lakes and the Fitzgerald! Keep the stories coming!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Robert...HMM

[@Blrtech77]

HMM and Captain Walton, Again a Heartfelt Thank You and Hand Salute. You Both do justice to the Crew and Captain of the S.S. Edmund Fitzgerald with your historical research and just plain amazing videos. Thank You Both and Godspeed Along With Fair Winds and Following Seas! Be Safe.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again Birtech77...always appreciated. HMM

[@stangrunewald9374]

I sure do LOVE how you keep this memory alive! If we don't IT WILL HAPPEN AGAIN FOR A DOLLAR! GOD bless those guys who didn't even get a chance.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

We sure do appreciate it...HMM

[@danielmcfadden1]

Wow, that’s really something about Ruth Hudson! Captain Darrell, love your sense of humor 😆…. Thank you fellas, another great video!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Capt. D is a natural born storyteller. Thanks again Daniel...HMM

[@rogerozdarski2935]

Thank you Captain Darrell and you HMM. I got goosebumps hear that story about Gordon Lightfoot and the mother of one of the crew. RIP to the crew, you will never be forgotten.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks ole friend...always appreciated. HMM

[@rogerozdarski2935]

@HistoryMysteryMan honored that you should call me your friend.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

@@rogerozdarski2935 of course...

[@ginog5037]

This is such an excellent series, well done guys! I remember seeing the heaviy Mighty Fitz on the Detroit River from Windsor on its way to Zug Island.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks kindly...so appreciated! Great memory to carry with you. HMM

[@robertayers9424]

Thank you again for keeping the memories of the crew in the light! Another touching tribute! I hope Captain Darrell can be there next year in person.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Robert. May they rest in peace..HMM

[@tmayer0009]

@History Mystery Man thank you and thank you Captain Darrell Walton for another great video of the Fitzgerald! Here’s an idea: not only talk to someone from the Fitzgerald, how about someone from the Anderson? Especially maybe someone who was on her that night? If they would come forward if they were still alive. Just a thought.

[@darrellwalton938]

We’re trying.

[@tmayer0009]

@@darrellwalton938 thank you Captain. My ultimate dream would be to meet you one day and sit down with you and talk to you

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Can I come to the meeting too!? LOL...HMM

[@mikeherren5604]

Excellent as always guys. Can’t get enough. Thxu n happy thanksgiving

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks...and Happy Thanksgiving to you too. HMM

[@MissTerri207]

I so look forward to these conversations. Captain Darrell, you remind me of my Dad who, like you, was a born story teller. Don, you do such a great job with your questions and prompts. Thank you, gentlemen. ❤

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again MissTerri...we appreciate you. HMM

[@hugechimp]

Captain Darrell!...Thank You History Mystery Man

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

You're always welcome; thanks again! HMM

[@jacktfowler246]

Lovely story about Mrs Hudson R.I.P and the Aunt. What an honour ! It was gloomy day here in Mississauga Ontario on the anniversary of the Fitz's loss. I went down to Lake Ontario ( our waterfront to remember the Fitz) It was cloudy with lots of wind, fitting way to remember her. The waves were crashing on the shoreline.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

It seems only right when the weather matches the occasion. "When the skies of November turn gloomy.." Thanks Jack...HMM

[@jacktfowler246]

@HistoryMysteryMan right you are my friend. I shut my eyes and listened to the wind. I'm sure it was nowhere close to the sound that night. But it certainly set the mood.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

@@jacktfowler246 Nice!

[@pamelab5690]

You both are so awesome!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, Pamela...we appreciate you. HMM

[@JVance-h6v]

Great video! I surely appreciate you guys taking the time to share all of this with everyone.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

You're always welcome; thanks for your support...HMM

[@phillipgarrow2297]

Gordon Lightfoot was a true friend of the families of the EdmundFitzgerald crew

[@MarkHolt-p4w]

Wonderful and enlightening show once again. I could listen to Capt. Walton all day and all night. My goodness. Love to have a cold beer in his presence.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

If not that, I'm sure Capt. D would be glad to have a Dr. Pepper with you. HMM

[@JoeRNNE1]

Always enjoy hearing Captain Darrell talk. Thank you, HMM!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Yep...Capt. D is an American treat. HMM

[@ole5539]

By doing this gentlemen you are stretching the reach of the legend, who it touches and how deeply. Thanks for doing this.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

You're welcome; thanks for taking the time to watch. HMM

[@critterscute3642]

Great conversation of the 49th anniversary coverage. I watched online. It’s such a moving tribute and experience. The online chat had many people sharing what they were doing when they heard the news. Others from the area shared what their personal experience was like with the weather that day. God bless all the family members and may the 29 crew rest in peace. 🔔🙏❤️

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, critterscute. It would be interesting to go back through that chat board. HMM

[@kimfleury]

I'll never forget that morning, waking up to the church bells ringing on my radio alarm clock. My alarm was set to go off at 7am, so the top of the hour news was laying on CKLW, which was touted as a Detroit radio station, but is located in Windsor, Ontario. "CK" was the Top 40 Rock station on the AM dial. I was in 9th grade, and I remember walking to school that morning in a stunned daze because of the loss of life. My Dad often took us to the St. Clair River, and when a freighter would pass, he would tell us to watch it until it was out of sight and say a prayer for the crew. I still do that, probably because of the Edmund Fitzgerald. Dad's lesson might not have made a lifelong impact if not for that.

[@bobvalentine8927]

Another awesome video

[@workingcountry1776]

I could listen to Captain talk about anything he's passionate about. Reminds me of long since passed family of mine.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks...Capt. D resonates. HMM

[@briansteinmacher5811]

Thanks to both of you for this show. Looking forward to more great lakes shipping stories in the future!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Brian; we appreciate you. HMM

[@JohnnyLaps]

Thanks!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Johnny! So appreciated! HMM

[@shawndavis8438]

I was looking forward to this. Hearing Captain Darrell and Mr. Don talk is like being at a bar, and you get to hear 2 veterans of the seas tell the best stories. I read somewhere about when Gordon Lightfoot passed away someone said "When Gordon gets to Heaven, the Fitzgerald crew will be there to greet him, and they will say "Hey. Let him in. He's the reason everyone on earth still remember us." Hard to believe it's been 49 years. A beloved ship lost due to the violence of mother nature and the fury of Lake Superior. My brother Tom was only 9 months old when the Fitzgerald sank. And my Mom told me she remembered seeing it on the news. And now, both of them are watching the videos. Keep up the great work, Mr. Don. And thank you Captain Darrell for all these great stories.

[@maxnikolenko2302]

I agree 100%

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Shawn...so appreciated. 29 anxious sailors waiting eagerly to meet Mr. Lightfoot. We'll keep doing our best to keep her memory alive. HMM

[@buglover-qb1dq]

Cold Chills... We Remember

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for remembering...HMM

[@ajbaumgart4774]

Good to hear my two favorite people on the KZbin glad you mr Darrell is still here with us I'm also very thankful he was able to tell these stories i believe everything he's said ive followed since the first video keep strong great captain id say this if you and history mystery man ever take command of a vessel again I'd gladly and proudly sail with you both

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again AJ. I have a feeling my sailing days are behind me, but I appreciate your vote of confidence...appreciate your continual support. HMM

[@ajbaumgart4774]

@HistoryMysteryMan hey anytime glad to not only be a supporter of your channel but a fan I've always loved hearing your stories and of course great captain Darrell the stories you both share are incredible and interesting you both are my favorite kind of historical story tellers of sailing the lake's

[@williemcglown8001]

EXCELLENT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!from all of Texas*****

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Great to hear from you Texas. Mom grew up in Lubbock...... HMM

[@kentemple6498]

Excellent series! I just binge watched all of the in this playlist over the course of two evenings. Intriguing, Captivating, Totally engrossed and couldn’t step away. You’ve done an excellent job interviewing and just talking to people like old friends do. Thank you for this. BTW, I Sent the link to a friend who also binge watched this playlist. Now to watch your video about the Morrell and other maritime stories.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

I can't tell you how much I appreciate you. You're the first person to tell me that you binge-watched the whole series...that's huge in my world. Sometimes I scratch my head at night, wondering why I put in all the hours -- it's a full-time gig -- but then your comments come in and remind me why. Thank you so much Ken! HMM

[@AllOZYSAdventures]

I love this. It makes me sad because I’m from Australia and no one I know, knows anything about the Fitzgerald, so this really means a lot to me.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks! We're glad to be able to bring the story of the Mighty Fitz to Australia! HMM

[@p.k.5455]

Ill bet praying for you both! Thank you Captain and HMM!!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

You're welcome...good to hear you again. HMM

[@p.k.5455]

@HistoryMysteryMan The two of you are pure gold, and the fact that you keep the memory of the Fitz alive is so meaningful! Best series on Utube...PERIOD!!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

@@p.k.5455 Man I really appreciate that...makes all this work that much more rewarding. HMM

[@p.k.5455]

@HistoryMysteryMan i know you work hard and don't necessarily profit from your videos, I watched your video about it, BUT it is indeed great work that we definitely enjoy! You and the Captain together create magic on our screens and it is a real pleasure to watch. I started my own channel a year ago with mostly squirrels and nature and I know it is very slow going but it just feels good to get that 👍! Keep the Faith and know you are both respected and keep the Fitz alive for ALL generations!!! God Bless!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

@@p.k.5455 So appreciated...

[@tomvan8857]

A long form uncut interview would be a great listen. Hooked on all these videos

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Interesting. So much of our conversations are edited out. I should just let one play all the way through...thanks. HMM

[@bowslap]

Don, you will absolutely enjoy yourself getting up to the Soo, and to Whitefish Point to the Shipwreck Museum and the Lighthouse complex. I thank you, and Capt. Walton for continuing this series…..

[@darrellwalton938]

If you get a chance to go “camping” at Whitefish Point, try walking the beach late at night. It’s downright “Spooky”! Thanks for watching!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

You're welcome bowslap. Your contributions here are welcome...thanks. HMM

[@bluerazor7049]

An amazing video, Don!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again! HMM

[@jimmaier3613]

Absolutely fantastic!! Love these stories!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Jim...always appreciated. HMM

[@fnfailure]

Been to Whitefish Point that wind is howling it gives you a sense and glimpse of the power you Feel it

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

And who doesn't want to feel that?! Thanks...HMM

[@HarleyCat54]

I could listen to these stories all day. I was 21 years old when the ship went down the same age as a few of the sailors on the Fitzgerald, and remember hearing about this tragedy. I always play the Gordon Lightfoot ballad on November 10th. Memory Eternal...

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for keeping the memory of the Mighty Fitz alive...HMM

[@BobDennison]

heroes all . peace and comfort

[@skruloos1]

Im really looking forward to next years anniversary dedication ceremony..and i truly hope and pray that capt.darrel is there to experience the whole thing..

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

There are several great events shaping up for the 50th, not only at Whitefish Point, but elsewhere too. Thanks...HMM

[@Huskylover572]

I just wanna say I came across your videos a while Ago and man old man.I love everything you do.Your videos are awesome and I definitely love history and I live in michigan and I was up there Whitefish pointa couple of years ago , seeing all that stuff About. All the shipwrecks And especially The Edmond fitzgerald And I just want to say I love when you interview , captain Darryl He is an awesome dude and funny So thank you.Thank you.Thank you for all your hard work and all Your Effort For putting these videos together , they are tota Awesome and as I love watching them Thank you very much and please keep up the good work❤ Thank you , and god bless you and your Family And talk Daryl too.God bless him and his family too❤❤❤❤❤

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks kindly...so appreciated. Your support is crucial to my mission...to preserve the story of the Mighty Fitz and to ensure that the memories of the 29 men who went down her are never forgotten. God bless you and your family. HMM

[@robr1656]

These videos are great! Along with the song, which is great! These videos are keeping the "Fitz" issue alive. Which it needs to be. Keep up the great work. I'm a huge fan of what you're doing here. You two are great hosts to this subject

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thank you sir...HMM

[@chuckg6039]

I've been a great many places fellows on the Great Lakes. Visiting Whitefish Point this past Summer was the highlight of all my travels. I was motivated so much by your Fitz series. You both did a wonderful job with this video. I really enjoyed watching it.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Chuck; I appreciate your feedback so much. HMM

[@michaelnault5905]

I've watched it a few years now live streamed. I saw many of those boats close up as a boy in the 70's. I've been on Superior in a small boat dwarfed by rolling swells. The song definitely fired my imagination of the tragedy. Great seeing you guys again!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, Michael...always appreciated. HMM

[@jamesmccarthy5086]

Thanks for sharing I’ve been waiting for this! As much as I love the Fitzgerald, she always overshadows the other wrecks. That’s why I enjoy telling stories about them. They get forgotten. What a great story about Ruth Hudson. I hope you guys can make the 50th! Maybe I could be up there too! Maybe you guys could find some former crew from the Homer as well. And the Homer was apart of Bethlehem Steel’s Fleet, same as the Morrell. I think the Reserve is called Maumee today. Do you guys plan on making any videos this year about other wrecks?

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks James...great ideas! Our goal is to get there for the 50th! HMM

[@jamesmccarthy5086]

@ hope you guys can! I hope I can too! Even if I was just driving by, I’d do my best to see you guys!

[@SMorgan-d5u]

I recently performed in 10 November as a community theatre production and like others have binge watched your episodes on the Edmund Fitzgerald to learn more about it. I couldn't find the exact one, but I thought you once talked about the Fitz being a weather boat and that they missed making the 1pm report that day. I recently watched a movie by Titanic Films by Mark that was done in the 90s, I believe, which had one theorist with chart maps and a model boat who thought the Fitz hit something on its way toward Otterhead lighthouse, we'll before it was near Sixth Fathom Shoal. In another presentation by Ric Mixter, he put the Fitz at this location around 1pm. I'd like to know your thoughts about this. Could this be why the 1pm weather report was not done? I don't know if you've seen that video and theory, so just wanted to mention it. Thank you for doing these videos and keeping the memory of the crew alive for us.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for all the binge watching! That's big in my world. I believe the Fitz went aground on the shoal off Caribou Island...and began taking water in her center cargo hold. However, her keel was already loose and coming apart across Lake Superior. Bottom line, she had structural issues and was not sea worthy...and should not have been sailing without going to the shipyard for major repairs first. HMM

[@Weez412]

So sad about Mrs Hudson. You guys do a terrific job. So happy for this latest episode. Have a wonderful holiday season Don and Daryl.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

So many thanks! HMM

[@johnbloemendal7593]

When I was in Middle School my Teacher was teaching us about the Fitzgerald and She played Gordans awesome Song with Pictures of the ship both while She was working and when She was underwater. It was a chilling experience for sure! You and Captain Darrell are so awesome!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks John; we appreciate you. HMM

[@keystonepirate2534]

Yes! Great Friday for all! Hopefully everyone is having a great day! Thank you gentlemen for the content! We love it 🖤🙏 Windy day on the home front, almost burned the beard up in the cob 🤣👌💚

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Ha! You and Capt. D with the beards. I love windy days..."When the gales of November come early..."

[@garymckee63]

The humor of Captain Darrell is great.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

A natural born storyteller...HMM

[@vancedoering3577]

Capt.Walton needs his own maritime KZbin channel

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Good idea. I've discussed that with him several times. I've always encouraged him to do it if that's what he wants.

[@MarleyAndRoo]

He does. I checked to make sure he doesn't have one! 🚢

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

@@MarleyAndRoo As long as he doesn't mind working non-stop, 24/7.

[@waynerafferty1048]

Once again, incredible video, your videos really have kept the 29 men, and captain Darrell's fathers legacy and memories alive. Greetings again from Bangor Northern Ireland.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Wayne...great to hear from you again all the way from Bangor Northern Ireland...glad you're here. HMM

[@johnmoss8230]

Yes!!!! I love these videos. God bless you both. I look forward to getting your new videos. Very great work I love listening to this man he's a legend in his own right so again I thank you both for these videos

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks John...appreciated. HMM

[@garyshope8378]

Keep them coming fellers

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

You got it Gary...thanks! HMM

[@LyleJr]

Thanks guys as always. I got a couple of things for ya both if I may. Did you know that Mike Fornes has told the story before that Gordon and his band recorded the song on the first take for the record? They tried several times to record again but couldn't get it to sound good enough. Also I was watching a video on KZbin with a father and son team that feel the Fitz suffered the same fate as the Morrell and it broke up on the service. What are your thoughts?

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

I heard that same story from Fornes...super cool. IMO, it was already fatally wounded and was coming apart on the surface; but the final break occurred when she hit. Thanks again, Lyle. HMM

[@garyshope8378]

Sure would like to c u guys go up

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

We'll get there...for the 50th. Thanks again, Gary...HMM

[@garyshope8378]

@@HistoryMysteryMan 10 4

[@elroyelblander6277]

👍👍.. thanks for pt.5 feller's...stay safe and take care 👍👊🤘

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again ole friend...HMM

[@Davehash]

While we pray for the souls of those on the Big Fitz, let us not forget every single soul who has been lost in the Great Lakes over the decades. The 29 will live on, and the memories of the rest will live on too.

[@critterscute3642]

The 30th ring of the bell. Amen. 🙏❤️

[@Davehash]

@@critterscute3642 I could be wrong, but isn't the 30th ring for Gordon Lightfoot?

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Well said Dave. That's why I was grateful to hear the bell at the Shipwreck Museum ring a 30th time for all mariners lost at sea...HMM

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

30th for all mariners lost at sea...

[@jeremymcmanus6624]

❤❤❤❤... 🚢

[@beberle9641]

Thank you guys for making these videos about the Mighty Fitzgerald. It hits me hard when that bell gets rung. Brian your friend from Colorado 🤠

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Brian...honored to have that effect on you. HMM

[@beberle9641]

Yes sir I have a way better understanding of what happened to the Fitzgerald on that fateful November day because of you Don and of course Darrell ✌️

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

@@beberle9641 You rock Brian!

[@Spike-sk7ql]

Alright! Ive been finding myself more, and more interested in Great Lakes maritime history lately. I put a lot of the blame for that on you 2 guys!😂 Thanks for everything y'all have been putting up.

[@darrellwalton938]

“Guilty as charged”! Thanks for watching!

[@hambam7533]

i like the original song without changes and it wasnt meant to be a history book it was a tribute song so the fact that a few details were alittle off thats ok we know what he intended , good one men

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Understood. The original version is a true Canadian-American classic...thanks. HMM

[@Trinitystillmyname]

Captain Darrel and this channel are to the story of the Fitz, as Mr. Trump is to .gov. Darrel has the expertise to say the quiet part out loud. To both of you..... I seriously appreciate what you have done and what you will in the future.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks...super nice compliments. I like your comparison too. HMM

[@greggrauscher34]

Thank you HMM & Capt. Darrell for another great installment. The story of Ruth Hudson's passing on the 40th anniversary is interesting. I wonder though would the bell ringing have actually taken place on November 10th? If so maybe the story is just a legend? I think you are right, one of the main reasons the Edmund Fitzgerald still has the interest of so many people is thanks to Gordon Lightfoot's song, regardless if the lyrics are 100% accurate. I have never heard anything negative about Gordon, it seems like he was a very down to earth guy. Also, some interesting info from Capt. Darrell on what caused the demise of Oglebay Norton. I really hope Capt Darrell can attend the 50th anniversary ceremony next year and you get to join him. The bell ringing and the pictures to close the video (and the series) was very touching. May they all rest in peace!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Yes...the bell ringing is always on Nov. 10. Why would it be any other day?

[@greggrauscher34]

@@HistoryMysteryMan that's what I figured. The text you put in the video says Ruth passed away on Nov. 9th. So I'm wondering if the story about her passing after talking to Gordon Lightfoot (presumably on the 10th) is actually true. Or maybe he talked to her on the 9th?

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

@@greggrauscher34 Not uncommon to get together the night before for this ceremony. Thanks Gregg...

[@greggrauscher34]

@@HistoryMysteryMan thanks that could explain it. Looking forward to your next video, whatever the subject is.

[@jeffmilroy9345]

What does Captain Darrel think about the line in Gordon's song about a main hatchway caving in? Fully clamped or not it seems plausible. Was there not photo evidence that covers were caved inside the first and second combing or so?

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Capt. D? i believe water was coming in from the top and bottom...and that her hull was coming apart well before she went down. Thanks Jeff...HMM

[@jeffmilroy9345]

@@HistoryMysteryMan I can imagine in 25-35 foot seas she was taking on plenty of water from multiple points. Cooper may have had a point - all that on board water may have puddled forward in step with rogue waves pushing up the rear and nosedived the boat with the ore pellets finally piling on and slamming the bow down under right to the bottom. Could have caved in some far forward covers easily. Sorry about me misspelling "coaming". You would think after years in the CG I would know better...

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

@@jeffmilroy9345 No worries on the misspells...thanks again.

[@Dannyedelman4231]

My uncle was on the west coast when the good ol Naugatuck went out and had its issue with leaving Duluth

[@rogerwilliams3747]

Are there any radio transmission recordings of Captain McSorley and Captain Cooper?

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Great question...I've been asking that forever. I want to hear what Capt. McSorley sounded like. Thanks Roger...HMM

[@garyshope8378]

Did you fellers get lost been looking for next video. happy turkey day go buckeyes

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

We're back! Thanks Gary...HMM

[@MarleyAndRoo]

HMM or Captain Darrell... What are your thoughts on "The Titanic of the Great Lakes"? Just finished it.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

I have not read it. I can ask Capt. D about it too. Thanks...HMM

[@bherylkuebler986]

Whoa...that story about the Aunt and GL...😮

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

For sure...

[@p.k.5455]

Thank you both...I look forward to these videos as I think they are my true favorite videos on utube...PERIOD

[@anthonyplanas3606]

An interview with captain Coopers son would be really interesting.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Absolutely. Wonder where he lives? Thanks...HMM

[@bradylane8502]

I love the videos you and captain darrell make. Can you guys do some research on a ship called the andrea gail and make videos about it. Shes another ship that vanished with no distress call or anything

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Good idea...I'll bring it up to Capt. D...thanks for your support. HMM

[@TheReal_Faxzy]

Ask him what the salute of the fitz sounds like or if he knows what it sounded like 👍 ❤ or if there any recordings, I am almost 15 years old and been obsessed with the Fitzgerald and every other Great Lake freighter thanks

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

We appreciate your interest. Nice to know young folks like yourself have an interest in the Mighty Fitz. I heard her whistle once...it's in a KZbin video somewhere. Thanks...HMM

[@TheReal_Faxzy]

Oh ye I live 2 miles from the ore dock bnsf dock 2 where she last loaded and have been living around the boat all my life so you get hooked thanks. 👍

[@atomicwedgie8176]

The Homer was laid up, due to having 3 bulkheads, in the cargo hold, like the Fitz. The Anderson has 5 bulkheads, in the cargo hold... more strength/rigidity!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Great points...thanks for sharing them here! HMM

[@Cashton-f7f]

Y'know, somehow my hand hit that like, and subscribe buttons!

[@darrellwalton938]

Thank you! More to come as we unravel the “Mystery”.

[@Cashton-f7f]

​@@darrellwalton938well I'm honored to get a reply from the legend himself! 😁

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Captain Darrell is legend! Thanks for watching...HMM

[@sandygibson4584]

Not only would it have been harder to rhyme anything with Zug Island but unless you are familiar with the Great Lakes you've probably never heard of it! Whereas people are more likely to have heard of Cleveland.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Can't argue with that. Although, Zug Island is in Detroit...so could have went with that. Then again, Detroit doesn't rhyme much with anything either. Cleveland it is! Thanks...HMM

[@charlesbard2331]

I always thought when they rang the bell for the captain and the entire crew they should have ring the bell one more time for the ship itself....

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

They did ring the bell a 30th time to represents all mariners lost at sea. Thanks...HMM

[@frankwinkler3928]

All I can say is Toledo pride..

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

My hometown! Thanks Frank...HMM

[@vincemcmain663]

If you do sault locks do the summer time be able to get ice cream see all down town shops they all close after summer used to live there summer time best time to go

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Understood Vince; thanks for pointing that out. HMM

[@charlesbard2331]

I wonder if Gordon Lightfoot like Jim Croce's music.....

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

I would be willing to guess yes on that one...thanks. HMM