The Why Files: Operation Podcast 591: Mysteries of the Sea Vol 2: Ghost Ships & Desert Galleons | Unexplained Maritime Disappearances
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May 1, 2025 Discover the chilling tales of ghost ships, where crews vanish without a trace, leaving meals half-eaten and belongings undisturbed. From the notorious Mary Celeste to the eerie Ourang Medan, these maritime mysteries spark intrigue about the unknown. Delve into the legend of a Spanish galleon found in the Mojave Desert, miles from water, and explore the bizarre notion of ships reappearing after decades. These stories remind us that, despite our technology, the ocean still holds secrets beyond our understanding.
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Mary Celeste's Unexplained Abandonment
- Captain David Morehouse found the Mary Celeste adrift with no crew visible and everything seeming normal. - The ship's last log entry was routine, with no signs of distress or struggle, yet ten people vanished mysteriously.
Carol A. Deering's Ghostly Grounding
- The Carol A. Deering ran aground at Diamond Shoals in 1921, abandoned but intact. - The crew vanished without leaving any logs or personal belongings behind, adding to the enigma.
Ourang Medan's Terrifying Fate
- The Ourang Medan crew was found dead with expressions of terror, frozen in place across the ship. - No wounds or signs of struggle were evident, and the ship later exploded as rescuers tried to tow it to port.