02557cam a22003373u 4500 70626 UtSlPG 20260610134631.0 m cr n 260607r20231943utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 F001 Bearse, Clarkson P. (Clarkson Paine), 1871-1952 The tragedy of Monomoy Beach Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2023 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2023-04-23 Steve Mattern "The Tragedy of Monomoy Beach: The Graveyard of the Atlantic" by Clarkson P. Bearse is a historical account written in the early 1940s. The book explores a significant maritime disaster that occurred off Monomoy Beach in Cape Cod, illustrating the dangers and tragedies that made this area infamous as "The Graveyard of the Atlantic." Through a combination of factual narration and personal recollections, Bearse captures the essence of the sea's treachery and the heroism of the men who dedicated their lives to saving others. In this gripping narrative, Bearse recounts the Monomoy Disaster that took place on March 17, 1902, when a severe storm led to the wreckage of the tugboat "Wadena" and loss of life among the crew of the nearby lifeboat. The author details the desperate attempts of the Monomoy Lifesaving Station's crew, led by Captain Eldredge, as they launched a rescue mission into perilous surf to save the men aboard the barge. The story highlights themes of bravery, duty, and the haunting impact of the sea on the lives of the fishermen and their families. Ultimately, Bearse reflects on the price of such heroics, as he mourns the loss of fellow surfmen while celebrating the survival of one, Seth Linwood Ellis, who became a symbol of resilience. Through vivid storytelling, Bearse not only memorializes a tragic event but also pays homage to the enduring spirit of those who lived and worked on the perilous waters of Cape Cod. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United States: The Goss Print, 1943 Lifesaving stations -- Cape Cod Monomoy Island (Mass.) -- History Monomoy Life-Saving Station (U.S.) Shipwrecks -- Massachusetts -- Cape Cod https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/70626 111352 111352