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MV Jennifer: Still Missing on Lake Michigan

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The Jennifer sank in 1974 with three other vessels and a USCG helicopter onsite.  Yet, her remains have not been located on the bottom.  Join maritime historian Brendon Baillod for a video Lost Ship of the Month to explore this interesting lost vessels and the dramatic story of her final moments.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oGmrcIYL5uA&t=186s

 


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