Historic Shipwrecks and Rescues on Lake Michigan

by Michael Passwater

Facing the fury and danger of Lake Michigan Ever since French explorers first cast their eyes on Lake Michigan, this huge inland sea has been the scene of thousands of shipwreck rescues and tragedies. As mishaps and disasters proliferated, a dedicated service of lifesavers arose. Braving perilous conditions, these servicemen pulled those aboard the merchant schooner Havanna from certain death. The intrepid St Joseph Lifesavers saved the crew and passengers of the City of Duluth . Sadly, not all rescues ended in heroism, as was the case with the doomed Arab that went down along with two other ships. Author Michael Passwater captures the stories of shipwrecks and the brave men and women that risked their lives against an angry Lake Michigan.

Genres: Nonfiction

128 pages, Paperback

Published October 3, 2022

Reviews

[Mary · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well researched book on Great Lakes shipwrecks. Author Passwater brings the events to life through historical reports and written accounts. The survivors and casualties come to life in the harrowing events that lead to the 11 shipwrecks that he includes in this great book. He includes pictures from his and others' collections, adding the visual effect to these disasters.

This is the first book from this up-and-coming author. I am eager to read more from him!

[Maggie Stangl · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful storytelling that highlights the often overlooked heroes in Great Lakes history!