Posted by Brendon Baillod on April 10, 19101 at 11:20:51:
In Reply to: Re: Arthur Anderson posted by Brad Armstrong on April 10, 19101 at 07:14:44:
Actually, the captain of the Anderson was Bernie Cooper.
: Bob is right, it is the Big Fitz your talking about.
: I believe the Anderson is still in service.
: Not to be nit picky, but the Captain of the Anderson was Ernie Cooper. They were actually about 12 miles behind the Fitz during the big storm, and were assisting the Fitz with directions as they had lost their radar.
: Two big waves hit the Anderson, estimated at 30-35', it is suspected that it was these two waves that finished off the Fitz, which was already taking on water and had a severe list.
: Anyway, there is lots of info on the net as Bob Said.
: Brad