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Post by Chris on Apr 19, 2005 19:37:33 GMT -5
That didnt work either, community.webshots.com/user/eddie7192005Got to "Lay-up 2005 Duluth/Superior" and on the second page, 5th row down, 2nd picture. You can also view photos from where i live in "Ashland Historical Areas"
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Post by Xtapolapocet on Apr 29, 2005 8:31:24 GMT -5
As a Michigander, I do consider the Great Lakes to be a grave yard. There are more wrecks in the Great Lakes than in the Atlantic. For smaller bodies of water, there have been multitudes of wrecks. Someone once compared Lake Superior to a garden hose. Now, while you're asking yourself, 'What?' Let me explain. You see, Lake Superior has an area that spreads many miles from north to south; ultimately it tapers down to a point as you travel west on the water. Compare the water movement at the widest part to that of the smallest and you will see the force of the tides increase as you move in a westerly direction. You can compare it to a garden hose running full blast. Then, by placing your thumb over part of the hole, examine the increase in force of the water...even though the water force did not increase from you faucet. I hope this makes sense. Needless to say, many ships have succumbed to the treacherous Lake Superior. It, among the other lakes, is the deadliest to vessels. The vastness of Lake Superior is approximately (383 miles x 160 miles), the extreme depths (up to 1333 feet). A few of her famous victims are: Gunilda (200 ft. Luxury Steam Yacht), The Mary E. McLachlan (25’, 4 mast, schooner), Rappanhannock (2,330.8 gross ton, wooden steamer), Whaleback 115 Barge (1,169 ton, ore-laden Barge), Ottawa Tug (723 gross ton passenger/freight steamer) and the infamous Edmund Fitzgerald (730 feet long, the largest wreck in the Great Lakes). Here are a few wrecks for you to consider (not all, but some): New Brunswick, Atlantic, Dean Richmond, Craftsman, St. James, Trade Wind, Tug Smith, W.R. Hanna, Adventure, F.H. Prince, Troy Steamer, John A. McGean, Dunderburg, Daniel J. Morrell, Emma L. Nielson, Hunter Savidge, George F. Williams, Bullhead Point Wrecks (3 vessels here), Carrington Schooner, Christina Nilsson Schooner, Fleetwing Schooner, Frank O’Connor Steamer, Hetty Taylor Schooner, Louisiana Steamer, Meridian Steamer, Niagra Steamer, Pilot Island Wrecks (3 vessels here), Rosinco Diesel Yacht, U.S Coast Guard Boat #56022, Etta Belle, Homer Warren, Roberval, Hamilton, Scourge, David W. Mills, Harborfest Houseboat, Mary Kay (tugboat), Tug Comorant and the Ariadne. Total, there have only been 54 listed wrecks in this post…this is not all. The Great Lakes have a long, torrid history with vessels. Like the Atlantic Ocean, there area always several vessels that make it through with no harm. As the largest bodies of fresh water in the world, the Great Lakes are wonderful to travel. I, personally, have been on them a number of times and have enjoyed it immensely. I guess we are probably wondering how they were navigated by canoe many centuries ago by Native Americans. If you have ever seen the Straits of Mackinac, you would know EXACTLY what I am speaking of. The Straits of Mackinac is the body of water that separates the Upper Peninsula from the Lower Peninsula. The Straits of Mackinac (pronounced Mack-in-naw) is a very turbulent area where Lake Michigan and Lake Huron converge. The word Mackinac was originated by the Ojibwa Indians, the word was originally “Michinnimakinong”. It was shortened to Mackinac by the French, the British wrote it as it was pronounced, thus “Mackinaw City.” The fort, Michilimackinac, once a fur trading post, sits next to the Mackinac Bridge, connecting the two peninsulas. The word Michilimackinac means Land of the Great Turtle. Mackinac Island was called Michilimackinac by the Native Americans because of its turtle-like shape. I could go on and on about our history, I love it! Michigan has been a very important piece of history, even before it became a state in 1837. Mackinac’s history is especially important, once occupied by the British, French and ultimately Colonial Americans. Fort Mackinac was not turned over by the British to the Americans until the Treaty of Ghent was signed in the War of 1812! Of course, America declared her independence in 1776. Oh well, I guess that is your history lesson for today. ;D Back to the issue at hand, the Great Lakes are grave yards. I have listed a few vessels above, if you’re really interested in Michigan history, I encourage you to find books online. There are some fascinating tales, maritime or otherwise. Happy reading! -- X
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Post by michaelkv on Jun 21, 2005 17:41:41 GMT -5
I would put a picture up if i had a good one but i don't even know how to do so, can someone tell me??
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Post by Paul Daley on Jun 22, 2005 2:12:01 GMT -5
You would need to upload your picture to a host, eg. Photobucket You then link it here by pasting in the url of the picture.
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Post by BessAllison on Jun 22, 2005 21:48:12 GMT -5
i apoligise if anyone body experiences nightmares after viewing my picture lol. It is not great quality and was taken by my boyfeind,on the webcam. sorry about the size too
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Post by michaelkv on Jun 24, 2005 21:28:27 GMT -5
Nice picture
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Post by BessAllison on Jun 30, 2005 13:41:41 GMT -5
did you mean me? if so then thanks!! Michael, do you know how to send pictures in an email? if so i could send you my email address then you can send me your picture and i'll post it for you.
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Post by michaelkv on Jul 9, 2005 20:43:26 GMT -5
if you tell me your e-mail address i'll e-mail you my picture and you could post it for me?
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Post by Paul Daley on Jul 10, 2005 9:35:51 GMT -5
If you send it to me, I will host it for you
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Post by lethalweaponcb4 on Jul 10, 2005 22:51:44 GMT -5
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Post by BessAllison on Jul 11, 2005 7:53:02 GMT -5
if you tell me your e-mail address i'll e-mail you my picture and you could post it for me? Hi Micheal, my email address is justinwig@hotmail.com (i know it's a weird email addy, don't ask how i got it lol)
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Post by BessAllison on Jul 11, 2005 8:00:26 GMT -5
oh, i don't wanna seem rude. Lethalweapon, i forgot to reply to you You are cute
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Post by BessAllison on Jul 24, 2005 8:16:04 GMT -5
Here is Michaelkv.
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Post by BessAllison on Jul 24, 2005 8:18:07 GMT -5
And just to be annoying, I will post a slightly better one of myself, but it's still not great. That's what happens when you buy a cheap camera lol
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