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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
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Mary Celeste / Fosdyk 1872" photograph from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This intriguing image transports you back in time to the mysterious case of the Mary Celeste, an English merchant brigantine that was discovered adrift and deserted in the Atlantic Ocean in 1872. The crew was nowhere to be found, but the ship's logbook last entry was made by none other than the ship's cook, Abraham "Abel" Foster Fosdyk. According to the legend, Fosdyk survived the disappearance of his crew, believed to have been taken by sharks, clinging to the wreckage of the fallen quarter-deck. This evocative image of Fosdyk adds depth and intrigue to the enduring mystery of the Mary Celeste. Bring the enchanting story of this infamous maritime event into your home or office with this stunning photographic print from Media Storehouse.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.3cm x 27.9cm (6.8" x 11")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 27.9cm (8.5" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
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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