The Last Cape Horners

Gustaf Erikson of Finland owned the last great fleet of sailing ships the world would ever see. We have rare first hand accounts from men who sailed from Europe to Australia to load grain and return to Europe by way of the treacherous Cape Horn. These sailings were known world wide as The Last Grain Gaces.

[@stephenmcelroy1179]

I sailed arround Cape Horn in 1993, I was onboard a US Aircraft Carrier, and it was rough going, I could not imagine being on one of these. These men and women are a special breed.

[@Stillwaman1]

If you have any fascination with the era of sail, watch this masterpiece.

[@Say_When]

What a harrowingly beautiful documentary.... you have my thanks and utmost appreciation... just remarkable

[@vangarcia419]

Back When People Were Normal....

[@TheSilmarillian]

Was not a participant in this generation my parents where and from them I learnt what I passed onto my son and daughter best I can have done good people. Such a short time ago less than a hundred years look at society now , sad but true. 1958 birth here , oh how times have changed, glad there are a few probably very young at the time where still alive 2 when this doco was made. Great piece of work and thank you Garry , same name my Gary is spelt with 1 r. Was only 83 years ago .............just a thought good people , 2 world wars in that time and all that senseless waste.

[@rickwightman2366]

What a great piece! I put this on my watch list thinking it would be soundless black and white snipets stuck together and I'd speed through to see what there was. Instead I was drawn in and watched all of it. What an interesting time period to be able to capture with film - and watch.

[@Jdub6580]

Wow, after falling asleep to many KZbin videos I found one that literally kept me on the edge of my seat. It's hard to fathom The bravery, strength, grit, and determination of the men and women who risked such great undertakings. Hardly seems real from the perspective of 2023.

[@forwhomthebilltolls]

This is one of the best documentaries I've watched. The music, footage and narration was so well edited. Really a masterpiece.

[@maryl1833]

We are so lucky to have these men relate their stories and to have the photos and movies taken.

[@xaverpindl9729]

Remember the ships of Laisz Agency. Passat, Pamir, Padua, Peking, like it was told they must given as reperation because it was forbidden germany will grow up after WW1. And nowadays there still be cape horners on sailing ships. Take a look at Gorch Fock or Kruzenstern.

[@stco2426]

Thank you so much for posting this.

[@stevenvater8720]

After watching this I'm wondering where did these incredible men come from.!!?

[@geralddavie8690]

That was an amazing documentary. So very very well done.

[@helihobbit]

I am in complete awe of the men and these ships. You surely would not misgender these, or countenance any of that nonsense we read of today.

[@flddoc2]

I can’t stop watching this story. It’s a true story of legendary men overcoming incredible hardships on a nearly daily basis. Moreover, it’s one of the best examples, outside of combat, of individual responsibly for the sake of the team. It exemplifies the true idea of being stronger as a cohesive team. One member falls short of what’s expected and everyone pays the unthinkable price. Outside of the higher level of Special Forces military organizations this type of life is lost.

[@robertmoulton2656]

Whomever was involved in the making of this documentary.

[@DannyBoyInMarseille]

That was an incredible film. Life was hard in the old days, not only on ships but in the mines, farming and everywhere.

[@PeterPan-iz1kk]

A very fine and interesting production! I have seen much of the footage before, but it was nice to see it all in one in one go, and some more into the bargain. Thank you so much! 🙂 My great grandfather worked his way up on square riggers, from deck boy to mate, and then to master, before he went over to steam and engine-craft, and he had some stories to tell too! He was Norwegian, and sailed in both wars, loosing one ship to the Germans.

[@johnnyblade6088]

Absolutely brilliant montage. Thank you

[@bluegent7]

It warms the heart that these incredibly brave men had the well deserved satisfaction of getting their stories documented. The West was built by strong men and their wives rearing strong children. Let us always appreciate these pillars.