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What became of that captain? Can’t imagine that move went well with anyone on the lakes let alone Interlake.

There it is. The L6-S-B1 class of Lake Boat. There is also the AAA class of lake freighters that includes the Aurther M. Anderson, Cason J. Callaway, and the Philip R. Clarke (and others). Anyways, I wonder how ships are given their own classifications.

you are Wrong the ss Arthur m Anderson. Is is the sistership to the Edmund fitzger

The idea of Package freighters to me on the Great Lakes is certainly unique. Most Cargoes carried on the Great Lakes are Bulk cargoes, but some cargoes are finished products that need to be delivered to stores for people to buy them.

The Roger Blough caught fire in 1971, and then it catches fire again in 2021.

Imagine what it would be like to have a Modern Day Whaleback. It would probably have a better design because technology has changed so much since the days of Alexander MacDougall.

Wes: keeps saying Polock. 0:53 Me: Smiles in Polish.

The Crew in the Crescent City: “You Wouldn’t Dare Execute us!!!” Anyways, does anyone imagine scenarios in Fantasy Fiction where there are nations and lands far away from the main setting that utilizes cool LakeBoat type Freighters and other cool Steam Ships and other technologies, or is that just me? Also, imagine a Lake Freighter GrainBoat called the SS Eustace Bruh. Funny name.

I do believe that you could make some good money by making models and selling them. Also, it’s funny. When I read the name of the video, I thought it said “Don’t be Afraid to Sink,” but it actually says “Don’t be Afraid to Stink.” Also, I would definitely like to imagine putting a Model of a Great Lake freighter in a pool and creating lots of big waves in said pool to simulate a Storm.

I am someone who likes HO scale Trains. Wouldn’t it be cool if there was a lake freighter model in HO scale that floats and runs? I would like that.

I really love how in the intro he highlights the AMA and what she did on November 11th '75 she's really overshadowed by the Fitz.

Your latest videos on the C4s brought to the Lakes are set as for kids so comments are disabled. I had a question regarding them.

No more comments? Michipecoten a ww ll boat ? ie ship !

a common visitor where i live, love your vids wes!

Watch for a future video on Captain TJs channel. He is the captain of the Manitoulin. He indicated that he would capture some video of transferring the taconite to his ship. That'll be interesting to watch.

Hey W. Wes Olsezewski, Is it possible for you to talk about all the Job Positions of a Crew in a LakeBoat? I am interested in the arrangement and the different roles different crew members play.

This broke my heart when I heard about her .I was both a gateman and helmsman on board her back in the 80's She was a beautiful ship in my eyes cause we really took care of her back then ! I believe she was scrapped for insurance purposes! Greed due to the political reasons of cutback of coal

Honestly, in my opinion, lake freighters with really small Pilot Houses are my favorite. And sure, I like ships like the Triple A Triplets (Arthur M. Anderson, Cason J. Callaway, and Philip R. Clarke), as well as the Honorable James L. Oberstar, The Michipicoten, The Roger Blough, The Stewart J. Cort, and generally most other ships with the Classic design, however, I really like the ships with the small Pilot Houses. In the end, all Lake Freighters are cool in my opinion, and I have never even seen one in person. Only in videos such as these and clips.

One thing I have thought up is that the Welland Canal and the St Lawrence Seaway should both be widened. The reason being that one day, the Iron will eventually run out, and once it does, then all the lake freighters will have to transition to delivering other kind of cargos, like intermodal freight, and Widening the Welland Canal & the ST Lawrence Seaway would allow larger ships like the Footers to pass through. Also, I wonder, what was the shortest Great Lake’s Ship to sport the Classic Design for Lake Freighters? Finally, the Arthur M. Anderson, the Cason J. Callaway, and the Philip R. Clarke are all Fine looking LakeFreighters (and you said they are known as the Triple A class LakeFreighter? I need to know more about all the different classes of lake Freighter).

It doesn't have the classic design, But it's still a neat Freighter.

Brilliant engineering, cooperation & integrity- an unknown phenomenon in this “ smart “ generation. Must have been absolutely amazing to be in Detroit in 1912.

The Ojibway makes quick work of the task. Good content.

I used to work for the Ann Arbor Railroad. Had old pics of the car ferry’s with trains derailed in the ferry

Hey Wes, i really enjoyed your video on the EM Ford. I was just curious when you heard the steam whistle from the EM Ford, what ship on the Great Lakes do you think closely resembles that sound? I am going to do a mini documentary on the EM Ford myself, and I wanted to get a steam salute from the ship, but i can't find one anywhere. Thanks for reading this!

She would have been fun to ride.

How did the Calloway not ground out? She drafts more than 10 feet.

Was anything done to the other captain?

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Who was the captain of the Mauthe during this trip?

Very inventive! I played it again at 2x speed to see the model morf from one ship to the other. 👍

Well it wasn't exactly a car chase scene from Bullett but for those on board it must have been alarming. Interesting video.

What is the average life span of the Lakers ? How do they compare to the salties

I would refuse to sail under that captain again

I hope yalls middle fingers were up!!!!!

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Always love when two Lakers who sank have a small part in the other's story

They found her!

The Best Part about the S.T. Crapo: It’s Pilot House. It has a small Pilot House over its Forward Cabins at the Bow.

Adjusted for inflation 1992 v 2024. $3784 to $4452 per hour to operate those freighters. Time is money indeed.

Good on ya. Good work.

Thanks for the memories, I served aboard the American Integrity! Great to see her again.

I have a Question: How does River/Lake Traffic work in the Great Lakes Region, and what are the rules for Commercial Vessels like LakeBoats/Salties, and Public vessels like smaller speed boats, and other recreational vessels?

The D. M. Clemson: Launched without a Ceremony Also D. M. Clemson: Sank December 1, 1908.

Sure, all the Other Thousand Footers with all Cabins Aft look cool, and at least the Rear tower of the ships don’t directly hug the Very Stern of the ship, but still, Pilot House Forward & Engine Cabins aft is still the premier appearance of the Lake Freighters. Also, if the Loch between Lake Erie & Lake Ontario, as well as the St Lawrence Sea way is Widened, then once the Ore Finally runs out, the Footers can have a New Life being Intermodal Carriers.

Imagine bringing back Steam Ships, but instead of using Regular Coal, you use BioCoal, so you can have your fancy steam ships, but without harming the Environment.

Interesting to know that there were different Classes of Lakeboats on the Great Lakes. There is the L6-S-B1 class of LakeBoats, the AAA class of Lake Boats, and the Bessemer class of OreBoats. How many classes of Lake Boat is there, and what is the histories of each of the different classes?

Is it ok if i use the horn clip at 49:50? I post ship whistle and horn videos.

I just want to take the time to tell you how much I appreciate your channel. You really put in work! The maps, photos, everything is perfect. I've learned a lot from you. Thank you

Another excellent, informative video. Thank you sir. 🌹⚓

The last boat I sailed on...went to scrap after that