‘The Gales of November’ explores the Edmund Fitzgerald tragedy and the legend it inspired
Summary
This week is the 50th anniversary of the SS Edmund Fitzgerald sinking in Lake Superior. The shipwreck resulted in the deaths of all 29 crew members and is the most famous Great Lakes shipwreck. A new book discusses the tragedy and the legend that followed.Key Facts
- The SS Edmund Fitzgerald sank 50 years ago while on Lake Superior.
- All 29 men aboard the ship died in the shipwreck.
- The Edmund Fitzgerald is the most famous shipwreck on the Great Lakes.
- A new book has been written about the sinking and its lasting legend.
- William Brangham interviewed the book's author.
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