• Ep 193 - The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald

  • Nov 22 2024
  • Length: 40 mins
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Ep 193 - The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald

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  • Gordon Lightfoot’s haunting ballad, The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald, is more than a song—it’s a legend. Through vivid storytelling, Lightfoot immortalizes the tragic sinking of the massive freighter and its crew during a relentless November storm on Lake Superior. Nearly 50 years later, the mystery of what truly happened still lingers, while the song continues to captivate listeners with its chilling narrative and emotional depth. In this episode, we use Lightfoot’s ballad as our guide to explore the history and legacy of the most well-known wreck on the Great Lakes.

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    "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald" was written and performed by Gordon Lightfoot and originally released on the album Summertime Dream in 1976. Copyright © 1976 by Early Morning Music, Ltd. This podcast uses the song under the principles of fair use for educational, analytical, and commentary purposes.
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