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This episode was originally published in August of 2024.
The bulk carrier SS Marine Electric went down on February 12th, 1983, 30 miles off the coast of Virginia during a severe winter storm. The World War 2 era ship had been been deteriorating for years and suffered from rust, corrosion, failed pumps, and faulty safety features that the ship's owners, Marine Transport Lines had neglected to repair. Only 3 out of 34 crewmembers survived the wreck. Many Coast Guard reforms were developed as a result of this tragedy, including the formation of the US Coast Guard rescue swimmer program.
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This episode was originally published in August of 2024.
The bulk carrier SS Marine Electric went down on February 12th, 1983, 30 miles off the coast of Virginia during a severe winter storm. The World War 2 era ship had been been deteriorating for years and suffered from rust, corrosion, failed pumps, and faulty safety features that the ship's owners, Marine Transport Lines had neglected to repair. Only 3 out of 34 crewmembers survived the wreck. Many Coast Guard reforms were developed as a result of this tragedy, including the formation of the US Coast Guard rescue swimmer program.
Written, edited, and produced by Rich Napolitano. All episodes can be found at â https://www.shipwrecksandseadogs.comâ .
Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs Merchandise is available! â â â â â â â â â â https://shop.shipwrecksandseadogs.comâ â â â â â â â â â â
You can support the podcast with a donation of any amount at: â â â â â â â â â â â https://buymeacoffee.com/shipwreckspodâ â â â â â â â â â â
Join the Into History Network for ad-free access to this and many other fantastic history podcasts! â â â â â â â â â â â https://www.intohistory.com/shipwreckspodâ â â â â â â â â â â
Follow Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs
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