Atkins' Fitzgerald Coverage: A Maritime Milestone

On November 10, 1975, the Edmund Fitzgerald sank in Lake Superior, marking a tragic end to the crews journey. AP reporter Harry Atkins, despite being in Detroit, swiftly responded to the crisis. With the help of a retired Navy pilot and a photographer, he flew over Whitefish Bay, where he spotted lifeboats and life jackets, but no signs of the crew. His timely reporting, which included the discovery of an oil slick and empty lifeboats, significantly contributed to the publics understanding of the disaster. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.