Explorers Discover Wreck of Western Reserve, Owned by Early American Millionaire

Discovery of the Western Reserve

• ⚓ Explorers have discovered the wreckage of the Western Reserve, a ship lost over 130 years ago.
• 🚢 The Western Reserve was one of the first steel freighters to sail the Great Lakes, built in 1890 and sailing for only two years before its loss.

A Tragic Voyage

• 🌊 In the summer of 1892, the 300 ft steel steamer set sail on Lake Superior with Captain Peter Mch, who was one of the country's first millionaires.
• 🌪️ The ship encountered rough weather, which tore it apart, leading to its sinking.
• 💔 Of the 28 souls aboard, only one survivor was recorded, and the ship vanished beneath the waves until its recent discovery.

Bringing History to Light

• 💡 This discovery sheds light on a maritime mystery and offers closure to the families of those lost.
• 📜 The explorers view it as part of their mission to tell the stories of forgotten mariners and bring a forgotten story back to public attention.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Several family members have reached out, expressing elation and a desire to be part of sharing the story, highlighting the importance of these lives and maritime history.