This Day in History Entry #252

December 4th, 2013 by Wordsman

Just what happened to Mary Celeste?
There were no signs of struggle–no jest!
And the cargo retained
But no soul there remained
And their fate now can only be guessed

Event: The Dei Gratia discovers the merchant brigantine Mary Celeste, still sailing toward her intended destination but with her entire crew missing
Year: 1872
Learn more: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary_Celeste