The Sinking of the SS Central America: The Tragic Story of the Richest Shipwreck in History
Chronicles the 1857 sinking of the SS Central America, the loss of hundreds of lives, and the fabled gold cargo that gave the ship its enduring nickname.
About This Book
The SS Central America sank off the Carolina coast in September 1857 during a powerful hurricane.
The disaster claimed more than four hundred lives and carried an immense shipment of California gold.
This book examines the voyage, the storm, and the lasting historical significance of the wreck.
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