“Centennial of the Motor Vessels Benson Ford & Henry Ford II” by Gregory Rudnick (Bicknell: 23-24)
Автор: Grosse Pointe Historical Society
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The MV Benson Ford and MV Henry Ford II were launched in 1924 and were the first two large ships on the Great Lakes that were powered by diesel engines. These ships were virtual twins, with identical dimensions and carrying capacities. These vessels were the most modern ships on the Great Lakes a century ago and included staterooms and dining rooms covered with inlaid mahogany, candle wall sconces, and chandeliers not found in other Great Lakes vessels. These ships remained in service for more than 50 years and became very familiar to everyone along the Grosse Pointe shoreline.
Presenter Gregory Rudnick is a former Grosse Pointe resident who served aboard both vessels. This lecture is co-sponsored by the Edsel & Eleanor Ford House in honor of Preservation Month.
About the Bicknell Lecture Series:
In 1987, Dr. Frank Bicknell, a long time Grosse Pointe resident and well-known Detroit Medical Center urologist, celebrated his 80th birthday. His daughter and son-in-law established the Grosse Pointe Historical Society's Bicknell Fund to mark his milestone birthday. This fund established the Dr. Frank Bicknell Lecture Series; all Bicknell Lectures are free of charge and open to everyone.
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