Historic DELTA QUEEN Embarks on New Orleans to Memphis Journey
The DELTA QUEEN, a historic riverboat, recently embarked on a journey from New Orleans to Memphis, marking another chapter in its 55-year history of traversing the Mississippi River. Captain Don Sanders, a veteran of the river, shared his experiences and the vessel's progress during this trip.
The DELTA QUEEN's voyage began on March 16, 1970, with Captain Howard Tate at the helm and Captain Ernest E. Wagner as Master. The vessel covered 83.4 miles on the first day, reaching Friar Point Light by 6 p.m., with an average speed of 13.9 mph. During this journey, the DELTA QUEEN made short stops at Bayou Sara and below Memphis to disembark a Volkswagen Bug.
On March 17, the DELTA QUEEN landed at the Yazoo Diversionary Canal in Vicksburg, Mississippi, and later tied up opposite Natchez, Mississippi, for the night. The vessel continued its journey, passing Natchez on March 22 at 5:02 a.m. and Vicksburg at 4:11 p.m., making 39.9 miles against the current at a speed of 6.65 mph. Captain Carroll Shelby 'Rip' Ware and Captain Clarke 'Doc' Hawley assisted in piloting the vessel during this leg of the journey.
Captain Hawley, who had previously accepted the Alternate Captain's position on the Steamer BELLE of LOUISVILLE at the Falls of the Ohio River, shared his experiences and insights about the river and the DELTA QUEEN's role in its history.
The DELTA QUEEN's trip from New Orleans to Memphis, with stops along the way, is a testament to the vessel's enduring significance on the Mississippi River. With Captain Don Sanders' stories and the crew's dedication, the DELTA QUEEN continues to write its legacy on the river.
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