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- September 2th 2011
October 22, 2011 marks the 50th anniversary of the sinking of the Bianca C Cruise Ship in Grenada’s coastal waters. Included among the ‘Top 10 Wreck Sites in the World,’ this ship has been referred to as the ‘Titanic of the Caribbean.’ In fact it remains the largest shipwreck in the entire Caribbean region for experienced divers, and is a local, regional and international icon among diving enthusiasts.
As the 50th Anniversary approaches, various activities are scheduled to commemorate and pay tribute to those whose efforts resulted in the rescue and safe keeping of the crew and passengers of the ship.
It is expected that this event will give persons the opportunity to view exhibits retrieved from the sunken treasure as well as photographs, artifacts and stories of those who saw, assisted and housed the victims of the vessel among other items. A painting of the large sized vessel will also be auctioned and a replica of the ‘Christ of the Deep’ statue will be placed among those at the Underwater Sculpture Park.
Additionally, a commemorative plaque will be placed on the Bianca C and another on the ‘Christ of the Deep’ statue in the Underwater Sculpture Park. Other activities for non divers such as picnics on our famous Grand Anse Beach will also be held. This is an historic event that should not be missed!
For more information:
Grenada Board of Tourism
P.O. Box 293
Burns Point
St. George
Email: gbt@spiceisle.com
Website: www.grenadagrenadines.com
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October 28, 2011 @ 12:12 PM
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November 18, 2011 @ 8:34 AM
My Uncle William James was on Bianca C when it set sale for the UK I was only 4 years old at the time. I would never forget my Gran saying Bianca C is on fire and my only son is on that Ssip.Gran was praying for the safe return of her son. We could see the smoke from the north of the Island. Later that day my uncle returned home my gran was overwhelm. I remember my uncle saying that the captain said to allow the women to get off first but my Uncle said are you trying to tell me a woman life is more important than mine and he jumped into to life boat and the rest is history. My uncle set sail for the UK at a later date.Grenada Board of Tourism says:
November 18, 2011 @ 8:41 AM
Intriguing story and powerful memories. It is always fascinating to hear the stories from those who have had first hand experiences aboard the Bianca C.
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