SS Carl D. Bradley

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Kit Details: 

• 950 LEGO® elements, featuring UV printed graphics for durability.
• Comes with a spiral-bound premium instruction booklet for ease of building.
• Histobrick bamboo box packaging with artwork sleeve.

Model Features: 

• Scale: 1:400 scale replica of the SS Carl D. Bradley.
• Enhance playability and display options with the posable rudder and removable hatches.
• Appreciate the attention to detail with UV printed graphics, ensuring quality visuals without the hassle of stickers.
• Built dimensions: 18.7" x 2" x 3.5", making it an impressive display piece for enthusiasts.

History of the SS Carl D. Bradley: A Tragic Tale of Great Lakes Shipping

The SS Carl D. Bradley, a renowned Great Lakes freighter, played a vital role in transporting limestone between ports from 1927 to 1958. Regarded as one of the largest and fastest vessels of its kind, the ship met a tragic fate on November 18, 1958, when it sank during a severe storm on Lake Michigan, claiming the lives of 33 crew members.

The disaster had far-reaching consequences, prompting significant changes in the regulation of shipping practices on the Great Lakes. However, its most profound impact was felt in Rogers City, Michigan, a close-knit town with only 3,800 residents, where 23 of the Bradley's crew members hailed from. The loss reverberated through the community, leaving lasting scars on the families and the town's collective memory.

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