September 12, 2021 - The 1857 Ship that Sunk the Economy

She was called the SS Central America, known as the Ship of Gold. Today we are recounting the story of when she sank in a hurricane, taking with her 425 of her 578 passengers and crew and 30,000 pounds (14,000 kg) of gold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices