Viggen Posted October 28, 2005 Report Share Posted October 28, 2005 On Oct. 27, 1870, the North Alabama steamed up the Missouri River, burning through a cord of wood every hour. As it traveled, riding high on the river, paddle wheels churning, it snagged on something just beneath the water. The hold filled with sand. The crew couldn't save their ship, so they salvaged what they could. Now, the remains of a ship that archaeologists think is the North Alabama sit exposed, uncovered for the first time in 75 years. full article at ArgusLeader Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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