“Vanished with a Trace: What Really Happened to the Ship, Griffon” by Robert McGreevy (Bicknell 22)

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Lovely illustrations, the most realistic that I've seen of the Griffon's story, and a good retelling of the details known about the Griffon's short life and maiden voyage. Strange that it hasn't been found yet, but I'm confident that it will be. Where can it go? I especially enjoyed the illustrations of the crew towing the ship upriver and against the current. 10 days hauling from Algonac to Pt. Huron is 3 miles per day, with no tow path against a very strong current, pulling 45 tons of ship. Almost unbelievable. Maybe they had a tailwind? I'll have to check out the book. Very interesting talk.