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197' Freighter
On November 23, 1984 the Mercedes I broke from her mooring during a storm and grounded at high tide on the posh beach front of Palm Beach. The freighter was carried inshore by 15-foot swells, crashing into the seawall of Mollie Wilmot’s home, nearly going into her pool. The freighter’s 12‐man crew weathered the stranding and safely stepped from the ship to dry land. Following the crew’s lead, the vessel’s owner also abandoned the ship.
On March 6, 1985 a salvage crew from Don J…
197' Freighter
On November 23, 1984 the Mercedes I broke from her mooring during a storm and grounded at high tide on the posh beach front of Palm Beach. The freighter was carried inshore by 15-foot swells, crashing into the seawall of Mollie Wilmot’s home, nearly going into her pool. The freighter’s 12‐man crew weathered the stranding and safely stepped from the ship to dry land. Following the crew’s lead, the vessel’s owner also abandoned the ship.
On March 6, 1985 a salvage crew from Don Jon Marine Company, Incorporated managed to wrestle the Mercedes I off the beach during the month’s strong lunar high tide.
Over the years, numerous storms have significantly impacted the once-intact Mercedes I. Large sections have collapsed, while portions of the hull have been ripped loose and are now found scattered in the sand. Regardless, the wreck of the Mercedes I still offers an interesting dive.
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