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Mary Celeste / Fosdyk 1872
ABEL FOSDYKs STORY All the crew, except Fosdyk, are eaten by sharks : he survives on drifting wreckage of the fallen quarter-deck (almost certainly a hoax)
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1872 Abel Celeste Crew Drifting Eaten Fallen Hoax Sharks Survives Wreckage
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In the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean, the mysterious case of the Mary Celeste continues to intrigue and baffle historians and sailors alike. This image, taken from Abel Fosdyck's personal account of the event in 1872, depicts the aftermath of the unexplained disappearance of the crew of the Mary Celeste. The Mary Celeste, a merchant brigantine, was discovered adrift and deserted in the Atlantic Ocean on November 7, 1872. The ship was in a seaworthy condition, with ample provisions and no signs of struggle or piracy. The only clue to the fate of the crew was the lifeboat, which was found empty and overturned in the water. Abel Fosdyck, a crew member of the deck transport, HMS Topaz, was among the first to respond to the discovery of the Mary Celeste. According to Fosdyck's account, he was the only survivor of the crew, having clung to the fallen quarter-deck of the ship for several days before being rescued by the HMS Topaz. Fosdyck's story of being the sole survivor of the crew, who were allegedly eaten by sharks, has been met with skepticism and doubt. Some historians believe that Fosdyck fabricated the story to gain notoriety or financial gain. However, there is no concrete evidence to support or refute Fosdyck's account. Despite the controversy surrounding Fosdyck's story, the mystery of the Mary Celeste continues to captivate the imagination of people around the world. The image of Fosdyck, alone on the drifting wreckage, serves as a poignant reminder of the unpredictability and danger of the sea.
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