The Most Mysterious Maritime Mystery Ever – The Marie Celeste, Part Six
The fact that the captains of the two ships, Marie Celeste and Dei Gratia were good friends has led many to speculate that they may have been in cahoots in an insurance scam. However, the profit on such an enterprise would have been very modest, too modest one would think to stage such an elaborate ruse. Some assert the theory of a storm but the weather had been favourable and even if they had hit a freak storm, why would they depart a seaworthy ship in favour of a tiny yawl and indeed take no protective gear?
Another theory that is proposed is that the ship may have encountered a tremor from a minor earthquake that may have opened the barrels of alcohol, the crew panicked and abandoned ship, later trying to catch up with the ship and failing to do so. But this is a rather dodgy theory because why would they have not weighed anchor or set the helm? Also, although the area is susceptible to seismic activity, there were no reports of any activity at that time in the area.
A logical theory put forward is that the ship encountered a waterspout, which creates a tornado-like effect, the water surrounding the ship may have been sucked up, creating the impression to the crew that the ship was sinking. Hence mass panic and they abandoned ship. Perhaps.
Another possible theory, is that the alcohol leaked, the fumes and resultant steam caused the crew to abandon the ship in a hurry as they feared an explosion, they tied a rope to the ship and dragged along it for awhile to observe the ship and see what may occur. So it could have been merely a safety precaution, hence the lack of provisions taken onboard the yawl, but the rope broke and they were marooned. Possible, though I guess we will never know the exact truth.
Russell Shortt is a travel consultant with Exploring Ireland, the leading specialists in customised, private escorted tours, escorted coach tours and independent self drive tours of Ireland.
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New England Burials At Sea LLC introduces the Chelsea Maritime Clock Program 2011 Spring Collection
New England Burials At Sea (NEBAS) Founder, Captain Brad White recently chose the Chelsea Clock Company of Boston, MA to be the exclusive supplier of renowned ships clocks to families who select sea burial services. White said, “Chelsea Clocks are the finest clocks and have been made in America for the last 114 years. Chelsea’s are known as timekeepers of the sea for the US military and have graced ocean yachts and also stood watch at meetings between heads of state. These clocks are treasured by passionate collectors and are cherished from one generation to the next. From Ships to Boardrooms, the Chelsea name is synonymous with top quality and we want these time keeping mementoes to be part of our white glove service level during sea burials.”
Currently, at the close of the service, loved ones receive a commemorative distinguished frameable keepsake burial certificate, indicating the date, time, depth and exact latitude and longitude of the ceremony so that area can be visited at a later date.
In 2011, Captain White said, “We now offer Chelsea Clocks to families that can be beautifully engraved with the same information and these mementoes typically become family heirlooms that can be passed down from generation to generation.”
NEBAS Territory coverage includes Maine to Florida. Recognized by the EPA, US Navy, U.S.C.G. and many area funeral homes and crematories, New England Burials At Sea is building a network of approved and qualified sea burial certified™ captains on the east and west coast of the USA. USCG Master Licensed,100 Gross Tons, Towing and Sail: License # USA000012723, Mariner # 2724307. Memberships include: Northeast Charterboat Captains Association, Stellwagen Charterboat Captains Association, National association of Charter Boat Operators, New Inlet Boating Association, Newport Drug Free Alliance.
From Maine to Miami and the West Coast, Captain Brad White, NEBAS, 149 Old Main St, PO box 489, Marshfield Hills, MA 02051. 781.834.0112, Fax 781.834.0113. Email: OceanBurial@aol.com
For more information, visit www.NewEnglandBurialsAtSea.com
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