In the Heart of the Sea: The Tragedy of the Whaleship Essex

November 20th 1820

What happened to the ship?

Asked by emilymmdp on 05 Nov 02:43

Last updated by Jill W on 17 Dec 14:27

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Answered by Jill W on 17 Dec 14:27

On November 20, 1860, the crew of the Essex determined to hunt whales. During the hunt, a very large sperm whale began to attack the boat, causing irreparable damage to the ship.

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In the Heart of the Sea: The Tragedy of the Whaleship Essex