Are ghost ships real? - Peter B. Campbell
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In 1884, the British steamer “Rumney” crashed into the French ship “Frigorifique.” Seeing their ship filling with water, the French crew climbed aboard the “Rumney.” But as they sailed towards port, a silent form emerged from the fog – the abandoned “Frigorifique,” seemingly back for revenge. So what happened? Peter B. Campbell investigates the fascinating phenomenon of ghost ships.
Many events that appear supernatural have natural explanations. Can you think of a natural explanation for phenomena at sea that have the appearance of the supernatural such as mermaids, mirages, and sea monsters? Can you think of some other examples of strange phenomena?
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Meet The Creators
- Educator Peter B. Campbell
- Director Michael Kalopaidis
- Illustrator Jeanne Bornet
- Animator Maria Savva, Andria Pourouti
- Sound Designer Andreas Trachonitis
- Associate Producer Jessica Ruby
- Content Producer Gerta Xhelo
- Editorial Producer Alex Rosenthal
- Narrator Addison Anderson
