Tom I was blown away when I loaded up this video and saw your beautiful study. I recognized the space right away. I grew up in your home and I owned it for a few years after my father passed. I have pictures and other things that you may find interesting.
Wow! I’d love to speak with you. The use of the study as a backdrop is one of the reasons we thought the house. Please send me an email at tlynskey@historicalfx.com
@PartTimeExplorer your work by far is the best I've found on TH-cam. Your narraration, the graphics, the extra attention to details draws me as well as others to your episodes. You draw your viewers back in time when this and other events happen, like we were there to witness it at that given time. Thank you so much for being the great person you are and doing these episodes I really appreciate it. Hope you and your family have a great weekend. Sincerely, Erik from Delaware
When I was in school I used to look up obscure wrecks all the time and I came across the story of the SS Hungarian. I got strangely fascinated with it given how little info was available on it to me, and I remember explicitly looking forward to someday in the future when a full-length documentary was made about it. I even made a little balsa wood model of the Hungarian when I was about 12 which I still have Today that long wait for a better historian to do a deep dive into the SS Hungarian comes to an end. Blessings onto you Tom for bringing this tragic and underrated story into the spotlight
The level of effort, energy, travel and research and sheer leg work AND THATS BEFORE the editing and script and...I wasn't even interested in the subject but the quality of this content needs to be appreciated and commented on. You deserve my view. If y'all agree pls agree so it counts as engagement. They deserve "applause" truly
I hadn't much interest in the topics of this channel until a few months ago, but when it was recommended to me by the algorithm on a whim, I clicked and ended up binging like 30 videos in a row. The substance is wonderful and the presentation is remarkable. I certainly hope this channel gains more and more traction.
Hi Tom. This was a thoroughly and well researched video. My father painted the painting of The Hungarian (Gerald Smith). I grew up with my father, who grew up on the Cape, telling me the story of the shipwreck. He felt overwhelmed by the sadness of the loss, and you have relived it for me. I came across your sister video about the Cape, and then watched this video that was sent to me by my cousin Johnny Nickerson (not of hot dog fame, but another JN). My father also did a painting of the replica of The Bounty as it sailed out of Halifax in the tall ships show before it succumbed to Hurricane Sandy. Great video, from one history lover to another. Melanie
Your presentations are all ways first class. Beautiful presentation. Little to no sensationalism, exaggeration, or clickbaity titles or thumbnails. Just the story, knowns and unknowns, presented compellingly and with taste.
@newcarpathia9422 More than taste he demonstrates empathy. I can feel the cold biting wind, the heavy soaked garments, the fear, yet hope, of my fate. My hands are numb while clinging helplessly to rigging. The terror and guilt if my children are there. And my personal thankfulness that I will never be in such a situation. If I ever cross the Atlantic it will be between May and August. I know there may be hurricanes in those months, but with modern technology I will hope for good officers who will avoid them and I will still be safer than driving on an interstate with Semis running me off the road. I guess more people survived the crossings back then than not, which is why so many continued to do it. Brrrr!!! 😭😱😰
for some reason this shipwreck story is more compelling and moving than the others you have found and told us about. perhaps it is the closeness of, but completely out of reach, succour... or the lugubrious Stephan Foster song, or just my mood.... doesn't matter. thank you, Mr Lynskey, HFX studios and all who worked on this.
What a horrible tragedy. I can't imagine sitting on the shore watching as 200 people died with no power to help them. Good work as always though. Your visuals and narration are incredible! And what a beautiful piano piece connected to the disaster. Almost brings me to tears.
As a Hungarian mariner I love how the most famous ships named after Hungary or related to Hungary are the Carpathia (helped in the Titanic rescue effort so connected to a disaster), the SS Hungarian (sunk) and the SMS Szent István (got fucked by a torpedo in WW1 after doing barely anything). We are awful unlucky when it comes to seafearing but that wont stop us trying :D
A very tragic and almost forgotten ship accident. I was blown away by this awesome documentary. You're dealing with the historical background, the story of company and ship, talked about different fates of those onboard, the impact it had to the people living nearby, ofcourse the technical and nautical background to the disaster (as far as it can be reconstructed based on known facts), you payed respect to the victims and travelled to the differen locations related to the accident, ... This is absolutely amazing work and I am sure it was a lot of effort. But you really connected with this disaster and it's story and you give us viewers a much deeper insight and connection than any TV documentary could do. And in addition you put this awesome animations in the video to visualise the tragedy. As someone who is into ships and ship accidents, I enjoy your content and your way of doing this documentaries. I am sure this was a lot of work and effort, but I can ensure you this was absolutely worth it and pays tribute to those who vanished on-board HUNGARIAN. Thank you so much for this awesome video of an almost forgotten chapter in maritime history!
With all due respect, to all the souls mentioned in your video, who perished at sea, I have to say this is a great documentary! The way you present the facts, along with your meticulous research, deserve to be complimented! Great job!
This is a masterpiece, I felt immersed in the Hungarian's story the whole time. I was watching this video on the big TV screen when my Dad walked in at 13:29 and asked how anyone was able to get live action footage of a ship which sunk in 1860. This video is THAT realistic and immersive.
Normally I watch your videos on my iPad but for something this epic, I had to stream it to the living room TV. Absolutely amazing job. Yet again, Tom! Productions like this is why I’m a loyal follower and Patreon supporter.
Again another piece of incredibly well made documentary, which I think will make the Hungarian far more famous than a lacking footnote in maritime history. Great job. And thank you to everyone who contributed in the making of this film. I'm left speechless. Thank you.
Your videos are amongst the very best that I have ever seen. Not only in the professionalism of the visuals, but also in the quality of your engaging and (seemingly) first hand storytelling ability. You do 5 star stuff.
What I love about your channel is that you show us what you can see if you were to go today… give us background on life/ story of the place…any interested or wondering mind would appreciate this a lot. I am really thankful for what you do. I love your videos and I am glad to be a viewer.
Hi Tom, I am always fascinated on how much work you put into your videos. Well researched, you travel to all the distant shores you are telling us about, you speak to locals or witnesses and do a lot of beautiful artwork to explain to us what happened, and your choice of music is just outstanding. Your soothing voice does the rest to keep me at my computer for hours. You are doing great work, Tom, please go on like this, thank you so much. 👍👍👍👍👍
I'm an ocean liner buff, but didn't know anything about the 'Hungarian' tragedy. Thanks for this very interesting and moving lesson in maritime history - I love your storytelling, and the CGI imagery is really stunning. Hats off to you and your team!
Once again, a wonderful documentary that brings to life a very poignant tragedy. The attention to detail and the personal response of Tom to the victims is touching; the empathy this evokes is profound - how can you not feel for the captain who, with all the best intentions entrusted his wife and baby daughter to the Hungarian? I have enjoyed all the films you have brought out and am prepared to wait: quality over quantity wins every time.
"You know, Steven Stinkin' Foster?" "Well this is a Nocturne. You know, Frederick F*cking Chopin." Beautiful video and beautiful gesture to leave flowers for the stricken.
This video, along with others I've recently watched on your channel, is clearly well researched and presented. Highlighting the effect of the sinking on the local area and how it has shaped its history helps to show the lasting effect the sinking has over 160 years later. A fantastic documentary that I've shared with a few friends and thank you for highlighting stories on lesser known/forgotten ships of the past.
Lizzie Dies Tonight. Beautifully sung and played by Dr. Bethany Turpin. She has a lovely voice. Thank you for including that bit of folklore both in the telling and in the singing. Songs and the lyrics often express emotions and commemorate events better words alone. We follow that tradition still today.
OK I also want to applaud you for putting roses on the graves. It shows how much this history effected you, that it's not just lost in the past, that the victims aren't just abstract. And it makes the viewer feel that too. It makes it so present, and very tragic. Thank you for such a moving treatment of history, extraordinary
Fantastic story and images. Thanks for sharing them with us! I just visited the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic recently. During a cruise, one of the ports of call was Halifax. My wife and I did a bus tour there, and one of the stops was the museum, which is terrific. I only wish we could have spent much more time there.
"this upload MADE my day!" Supporter from Canada "another BANGGER of an episode!" same guy from Canada "the production quality is BAR NONE!" you get it... Thanks for ALL the work you put into what I truly enjoy to watch, again, and again.
Excellent video. I was interested also by the accent of the local man Johnny. It sounded a bit like West Country England rather than an American type accent. Like a pirate. Can’t get enough of these shipping disasters especially in the Victorian era. Even the company office of Allen company in Canada was small but very elegant A lot of effort must have gone into this documentary, so very much appreciated and thank you v much.
Thomas, I know you’ve heard this a million times in your comments section: your videos with recreation animation, your story telling and your interesting topics are just incredible. Your videos is how the History Channel once was. I’ve been a subscriber for about two years and I’m so happy I am. I also enjoy your other shipwreck, ghost town and train stories very much. I remember your Midnight Flyer video and how incredible it was. I think I’ll actually watch it again later today. Great job Thomas, as always.
I’ve been waiting for this one. I grew up in the Barrington Passage area (I’m currently in the Halifax area) and remember stories being told about the Hungarian and it always struck me how forgotten it was. Thank you for this video, and telling their story.
Thank you for such a well done documentary! I'd never heard of the wreck of the SS Hungarian before. Also, I get what you mean when stories such as 16mo Ella are told. My boy just turned one, and those tragedies just hit harder now.
I went sailing on a small boat once in Alameda Bay, horrific, all we did was tack, no time to eat or drink at all. Though my grandfather sewed sails for boats on the far east coast, i will never sail again. Say I went on a cruise ship, I'd never sail in steerage that's for sure. And nowadays those are hardly as lovely as these old ships. Used to hang out in old cemeteries and do the sketch paper copies of them. Thx Thomas as always for your great research.
I still can't believe your channel /videos are not yet on discovery channel or national geographic. So professional, so we'll done. Video work is amazing , your story telling is attention grabbing and your research work is wonderful. Well done .
frankly speaking, more and more content creators on youtube are producing documentaries that are better than discovery channel or national geographic deserve. i highly recommend, if you enjoyed the type of stuff the aforementioned TV channels (used to) offer, please consider checking out Defunctland, BobbyBroccoli, Folding Ideas, Mentour Pilot, Cold Fusion, Jacob Geller, LEMMiNO, Miniminuteman, Muncat, Plainly Difficult, Summoning Salt, aaand i could rattle off another dozen, but here's a selection with a variety of different focuses, exactly like you'd expect to find on a TV channel with "Discovery" in the name. as a kid, i loved all of those science-history TV channels, equally as much as any of the "kids" channels like Disney or Nickelodeon, but as an adult i find that they're now infested with reality tv junk, and they over-indulge conspiracy theory nonsense, giving a platform to complete hacks with zero credentials. youtube is now the place i look to find genuine, compelling, and informative documentaries, created and presented by small teams or even single individuals who simply have the passion and the drive to make great stuff - for FREE.
I love the emphasis in your videos on human experiences - really bringing forgotten lives and times back to life. Had a tear in my eye hearing about Benjamin Delano and others. Keep up the (truly incredible) work.
Outstanding work Tom, bravo. I love that your documentaries shine a light on these forgotten tragedies and bring some remembrance for the poor souls lost.
Beautiful documentary about a horrific wreck. I love how you weave the human interest stories into the story of the incident. It heightens the gravity and ensures these souls are not forgotten. The story of Ella and her mother is heart-crushing. That poor father/husband probably went to his grave with that regret weighing on his heart. I don't have any children, but I do have 10 nieces and nephews who are my pride and joy. Thank you for telling these stories, no matter how difficult they are to tell.
Oh dear, how I love your videos. As a Mexican, Canada has a very special place in my heart, I lived there for 2 years and more than loved it. Canadians are the most wonderful human beings, and your stories transport me to eras gone by that are incredibly romantic and inspiring. So glad to see you updated your channel. Please continue to teach us the story of your beautiful Country through its steamers.... Love the moustache as well. Thank you. Blessings
I love your videos, excellent content and you really make an effort. It’s appreciated so much! I also love that you cover Nova Scotia because I was born there, now in the PNW but it will always be home ❤ Your study is phenomenal btw!!
Man, you weren't kidding what a sad story. The song really hit home. Young man another outstanding documentary. Your work never ceases to amaze thank you for sharing this wonderful work.
This might be my favorite video you have done so far! It was so moving and respectful of those who lost their lives. I don't usually post comments on videos but I felt the need to comment on this one because you really should be proud of this! Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to bringing these stories to life!
Thank you for all your hard work in making yet another beautiful documentary, your videos have reminded me of my childhood fascination with shipwrecks and have rekindled my curiousity about maritime history.
My sub to Oceanline Disasters led me here, and dude, let me twll you right now; youtube actually recommended something worth while. Instant sub and also please keep doing these, dude. We love them and you're exceptionally great with this content. Can't wait to binge everything you've got. Keep on keeping on, brother! You're doing really fanstastic and amazing work, and I truly mean that. *edit* Tell* lmao. And I meant Oceanliner Designs 😅
Firstly im going to say, much respect to the officer on the Hungarian who pulled himself to the surface, that guy was 100% bad ass. Secondly, I love how this guy is 100% fact based telling us exactly what is known while letting us know what is assumed and making a clear distinction between the two. He is clearly knowledgable about sailing and that compliments the story in a way that most others are unable to do when they simply re-tell a story.
I just adore this channel. Thank you thank you thank you for all the incredible videos you work so hard on!! I am deeply impressed, and I admire you greatly!
I love this channel how tom puts so much time and effort into the work and information collection may he help more lesser known ships come back to life
Awesome work Tom , such a sympathetic telling and wonderful research . The 3D modelling has come such a far way from a just a few year back too . Bravo Sir .
Beautifully written, researched and presented. I have to watch it a second time today, it's so good! Bravo on a job superbly done. I knew nothing of this long-ago tragedy, and learned so much. Above all, perhaps, how human love and loss are universal, and unchanged by time. Grateful thanks from England, UK.
A genuine heartbreaker. My heart also goes out to the crowd of would-be rescuers on shore. Your excellent animations really bring your stories to life. Thank you.
Yes! My new favorite channel comes out with a new video 😊 I like immersing myself into the minds and life's of the sailors, captains, crew, and passengers of every recreation you tell. Purely unparalleled to any other ship telling channel. Top knotch content 👍 you and your team are appreciated 👏
1:00:00 Thank you for including the recording of this song. Dr. Turpin has a gorgeous voice. She has the perfect combination of spin and emotion within her vocals and so accurately evokes the style and genre of music from that historical time period. I could listen to her sing for hours.
Absolutely loved this video!! And, as others have commented, the human stories from this wreck are heart-wrenching, and draw the viewer into this tragic story. But, I want to particularly commend you on your descriptions of the geography of the area and the state of the sea, currents, and the weather, against the backdrop of the history and mechanics of the ship itself. I don't think I've ever seen a more comprehensive explanation of how all the natural factors come together to make this region so prone to shipwrecks. Absolutely stellar documentary!! Thank you so much!
Hearing about that little girl floored me. Her father was trying to protect her, but he couldn't have known what would happen. What a horrible thing to experience, losing the ones you hold dear.
Thank you for excellent informative graphics and your thorough research, including travel! As a sailor and history buff, I love your work. (I hope you'll stay focused on the facts and not get too carried away with emphasizing horror and drama. That seems to be the way of TH-cam unfortunately.) "Just the facts mam." Keep up the great work!!
I am more and more amazed at how great your videos are sir. I go in with very high expectations still you exceed that expectation. This story, as are all of them, are well told and are very accurate. Thank you for doing something that makes me feel my time was well spent watching and that I will likely watch it again more than once. Take care and be safe!
Simply outstanding. From the script to the animation, the high quality is there. You and your team deserve so much recognition for all the hard work you put into these documentaries. Well done, Tom. For the short time it was in service the Allan Line Hungarian certainly made a name for itself, thanks to Captain Jones and the crew. Its ultimate fate and that of the souls on board is very sad. A small note of interest: I had this rumble going through my head after hearing the surname Nickerson. I knew it from somewhere else. Sure enough, it was Thomas Nickerson's. The cabin boy of the Nantucket whaler Essex. Wonder if they were then, and are now, related. Curiously, the ship that rescued Thomas Nickerson and two more was named "Indian". And to end in a lighter and more musical note, "Oh, just think of another song. I can't. There's only, like, three songs. Oh, that's true. And they're all by Stephen Foster." Cheers.
I appreciate your analysis of the shortage of coal and what happens to the compass when the ship under sail drifts too close to shore . . . that makes perfect sense to a desert-dweller who grew up reading about the seas/ocean. I am curious about diving technology used by those working for the salvage company. Thank you for your in-depth videos/documentaries. Your research is top-notch.
A very nice documentary once again. I love this channel! Concerning the conpass error: It was well known at least since the 16th century that iron will lead to deviation and a procedure to account for that was proposed as early as 1794. So I think problems with the compass are unlikely to be a factor in this disaster. That being said: Heavy weather made it very hard to determine your exact position in pre-GPS times, especially when not near land. When you cannot do astronavigatiom, all that remains is using ship speed and bearing together with estimated(!) drift caused by wind and currents to get an approximate position. My guess would be that in this case the calculation error was too big, unfortunately.
Tom I was blown away when I loaded up this video and saw your beautiful study. I recognized the space right away. I grew up in your home and I owned it for a few years after my father passed. I have pictures and other things that you may find interesting.
Wow! I’d love to speak with you. The use of the study as a backdrop is one of the reasons we thought the house. Please send me an email at tlynskey@historicalfx.com
@@PartTimeExplorerwhat an incredible coincidence 😮🎉
What a coinkidink
@PartTimeExplorer your work by far is the best I've found on TH-cam. Your narraration, the graphics, the extra attention to details draws me as well as others to your episodes. You draw your viewers back in time when this and other events happen, like we were there to witness it at that given time. Thank you so much for being the great person you are and doing these episodes I really appreciate it. Hope you and your family have a great weekend. Sincerely,
Erik from Delaware
@@erikswensen425 hey Erik, it’s Elo from Jersey…. I’m a couple jackncoke’s into my evening, I hope you have a great weekend pal
You putting roses on those graves really moved me and I think it says something about the maturity of this channel
When I was in school I used to look up obscure wrecks all the time and I came across the story of the SS Hungarian. I got strangely fascinated with it given how little info was available on it to me, and I remember explicitly looking forward to someday in the future when a full-length documentary was made about it. I even made a little balsa wood model of the Hungarian when I was about 12 which I still have
Today that long wait for a better historian to do a deep dive into the SS Hungarian comes to an end. Blessings onto you Tom for bringing this tragic and underrated story into the spotlight
The level of effort, energy, travel and research and sheer leg work AND THATS BEFORE the editing and script and...I wasn't even interested in the subject but the quality of this content needs to be appreciated and commented on. You deserve my view.
If y'all agree pls agree so it counts as engagement. They deserve "applause" truly
I hadn't much interest in the topics of this channel until a few months ago, but when it was recommended to me by the algorithm on a whim, I clicked and ended up binging like 30 videos in a row. The substance is wonderful and the presentation is remarkable. I certainly hope this channel gains more and more traction.
Hi Tom. This was a thoroughly and well researched video. My father painted the painting of The Hungarian (Gerald Smith). I grew up with my father, who grew up on the Cape, telling me the story of the shipwreck. He felt overwhelmed by the sadness of the loss, and you have relived it for me.
I came across your sister video about the Cape, and then watched this video that was sent to me by my cousin Johnny Nickerson (not of hot dog fame, but another JN).
My father also did a painting of the replica of The Bounty as it sailed out of Halifax in the tall ships show before it succumbed to Hurricane Sandy.
Great video, from one history lover to another.
Melanie
Your presentations are all ways first class. Beautiful presentation. Little to no sensationalism, exaggeration, or clickbaity titles or thumbnails. Just the story, knowns and unknowns, presented compellingly and with taste.
@newcarpathia9422
More than taste he demonstrates empathy. I can feel the cold biting wind, the heavy soaked garments, the fear, yet hope, of my fate. My hands are numb while clinging helplessly to rigging. The terror and guilt if my children are there. And my personal thankfulness that I will never be in such a situation. If I ever cross the Atlantic it will be between May and August. I know there may be hurricanes in those months, but with modern technology I will hope for good officers who will avoid them and I will still be safer than driving on an interstate with Semis running me off the road. I guess more people survived the crossings back then than not, which is why so many continued to do it. Brrrr!!!
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I am always amazed by the quality of your work and the amazing storytelling. You make The people seem human without overdramatizing real tragedy
Thanks for taking time with making good documentaries, instead of making daily videos with recycled material like other youtubers do.
I cant stand when people do that!
👍 👍 👍 Excellent researcher, 2nd to none.
for some reason this shipwreck story is more compelling and moving
than the others you have found and told us about.
perhaps it is the closeness of, but completely out of reach, succour...
or the lugubrious Stephan Foster song, or just my mood....
doesn't matter.
thank you, Mr Lynskey, HFX studios and all who worked on this.
What a horrible tragedy. I can't imagine sitting on the shore watching as 200 people died with no power to help them. Good work as always though. Your visuals and narration are incredible!
And what a beautiful piano piece connected to the disaster. Almost brings me to tears.
As a Hungarian mariner I love how the most famous ships named after Hungary or related to Hungary are the Carpathia (helped in the Titanic rescue effort so connected to a disaster), the SS Hungarian (sunk) and the SMS Szent István (got fucked by a torpedo in WW1 after doing barely anything). We are awful unlucky when it comes to seafearing but that wont stop us trying :D
And Carpathia ALSO got fucked by a torpedo lol
Stay strong, friend
@@theporschetigerAnd S.S Californian
Yup
@@theporschetiger😂😢
A very tragic and almost forgotten ship accident. I was blown away by this awesome documentary. You're dealing with the historical background, the story of company and ship, talked about different fates of those onboard, the impact it had to the people living nearby, ofcourse the technical and nautical background to the disaster (as far as it can be reconstructed based on known facts), you payed respect to the victims and travelled to the differen locations related to the accident, ... This is absolutely amazing work and I am sure it was a lot of effort. But you really connected with this disaster and it's story and you give us viewers a much deeper insight and connection than any TV documentary could do. And in addition you put this awesome animations in the video to visualise the tragedy. As someone who is into ships and ship accidents, I enjoy your content and your way of doing this documentaries. I am sure this was a lot of work and effort, but I can ensure you this was absolutely worth it and pays tribute to those who vanished on-board HUNGARIAN. Thank you so much for this awesome video of an almost forgotten chapter in maritime history!
With all due respect, to all the souls mentioned in your video, who perished at sea, I have to say this is a great documentary! The way you present the facts, along with your meticulous research, deserve to be complimented! Great job!
Tom, you leaving the roses for that little family says so much about you. Pure class.
Thank you for all your wonderful videos.
If TV wasn't dying I'd say you need a show on discovery channel! Love your content, keep up the great work!
This is a masterpiece, I felt immersed in the Hungarian's story the whole time. I was watching this video on the big TV screen when my Dad walked in at 13:29 and asked how anyone was able to get live action footage of a ship which sunk in 1860. This video is THAT realistic and immersive.
Normally I watch your videos on my iPad but for something this epic, I had to stream it to the living room TV. Absolutely amazing job. Yet again, Tom! Productions like this is why I’m a loyal follower and Patreon supporter.
Again another piece of incredibly well made documentary, which I think will make the Hungarian far more famous than a lacking footnote in maritime history. Great job. And thank you to everyone who contributed in the making of this film. I'm left speechless. Thank you.
Your videos are amongst the very best that I have ever seen. Not only in the professionalism of the visuals, but also in the quality of your engaging and (seemingly) first hand storytelling ability. You do 5 star stuff.
What I love about your channel is that you show us what you can see if you were to go today… give us background on life/ story of the place…any interested or wondering mind would appreciate this a lot. I am really thankful for what you do. I love your videos and I am glad to be a viewer.
Hi Tom, I am always fascinated on how much work you put into your videos. Well researched, you travel to all the distant shores you are telling us about, you speak to locals or witnesses and do a lot of beautiful artwork to explain to us what happened, and your choice of music is just outstanding. Your soothing voice does the rest to keep me at my computer for hours. You are doing great work, Tom, please go on like this, thank you so much. 👍👍👍👍👍
Man, the graphics on the old sailing ships is getting SO GOOD! There are times that you have to remind yourself that it's CG.
That piano music really does make this documentary feel like something special
I cried
I'm an ocean liner buff, but didn't know anything about the 'Hungarian' tragedy. Thanks for this very interesting and moving lesson in maritime history - I love your storytelling, and the CGI imagery is really stunning. Hats off to you and your team!
This channel is in the top 3 for me when it comes to quality made content! Thanks to the whole team for yet again making an amazing documentary!
Very kind and respectful of you to leave those roses where you did.
Excellent. Great work and narration. The visuals are amazing. Such a tragedy. Thanks from a 27 year retired merchant mariner.
With every video, you keep outdoing yourself. From one historian to another, I applaud your incredible research and dedication to these stories.
Once again, a wonderful documentary that brings to life a very poignant tragedy. The attention to detail and the personal response of Tom to the victims is touching; the empathy this evokes is profound - how can you not feel for the captain who, with all the best intentions entrusted his wife and baby daughter to the Hungarian? I have enjoyed all the films you have brought out and am prepared to wait: quality over quantity wins every time.
Another very well put-together video Tom. The quality of these documentaries never ceases to amaze me. Thank you!
"You know, Steven Stinkin' Foster?"
"Well this is a Nocturne. You know, Frederick F*cking Chopin."
Beautiful video and beautiful gesture to leave flowers for the stricken.
This video, along with others I've recently watched on your channel, is clearly well researched and presented. Highlighting the effect of the sinking on the local area and how it has shaped its history helps to show the lasting effect the sinking has over 160 years later. A fantastic documentary that I've shared with a few friends and thank you for highlighting stories on lesser known/forgotten ships of the past.
Lizzie Dies Tonight. Beautifully sung and played by Dr. Bethany Turpin. She has a lovely voice. Thank you for including that bit of folklore both in the telling and in the singing. Songs and the lyrics often express emotions and commemorate events better words alone. We follow that tradition still today.
If you would like to hear the song in full, you can do so at this link: th-cam.com/video/nwzY0J2X8fY/w-d-xo.html
OK I also want to applaud you for putting roses on the graves. It shows how much this history effected you, that it's not just lost in the past, that the victims aren't just abstract. And it makes the viewer feel that too. It makes it so present, and very tragic. Thank you for such a moving treatment of history, extraordinary
Good job, I never heard that story before.
Fantastic story and images. Thanks for sharing them with us!
I just visited the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic recently. During a cruise, one of the ports of call was Halifax. My wife and I did a bus tour there, and one of the stops was the museum, which is terrific. I only wish we could have spent much more time there.
This was an excellent documentary. Thank you!
Moving, and incredibly comprehensive, as always. This channel continues to be a treasure.
Probably the best documentary I have watched on YT ever.
"this upload MADE my day!" Supporter from Canada
"another BANGGER of an episode!" same guy from Canada
"the production quality is BAR NONE!" you get it...
Thanks for ALL the work you put into what I truly enjoy to watch, again, and again.
Excellent video. I was interested also by the accent of the local man Johnny. It sounded a bit like West Country England rather than an American type accent. Like a pirate. Can’t get enough of these shipping disasters especially in the Victorian era. Even the company office of Allen company in Canada was small but very elegant A lot of effort must have gone into this documentary, so very much appreciated and thank you v much.
Gripping story compellingly narrated. The animations are excellent. This is a great channel.
Your content is consistently excellent and interesting. Thank you very much.
I can't begin to imagine what those poor people went through. May they all rest in peace. 😔 🙏
Thomas, I know you’ve heard this a million times in your comments section: your videos with recreation animation, your story telling and your interesting topics are just incredible.
Your videos is how the History Channel once was. I’ve been a subscriber for about two years and I’m so happy I am. I also enjoy your other shipwreck, ghost town and train stories very much. I remember your Midnight Flyer video and how incredible it was. I think I’ll actually watch it again later today. Great job Thomas, as always.
Excellent work Tom. God bless you for bringing these tragedies to our attention.
Wow 😢 that singer is fantastic. A truly beautiful voice. Her treatment was so authentic and nuanced.
First time checking this channel in months and I find myself greeted by a fresh upload! Nice to see.
I’ve been waiting for this one. I grew up in the Barrington Passage area (I’m currently in the Halifax area) and remember stories being told about the Hungarian and it always struck me how forgotten it was. Thank you for this video, and telling their story.
Thank you for such a well done documentary! I'd never heard of the wreck of the SS Hungarian before. Also, I get what you mean when stories such as 16mo Ella are told. My boy just turned one, and those tragedies just hit harder now.
Thank you for sharing this story. I'm always impressed by the production quality of your content.
Fantastic production!
I went sailing on a small boat once in Alameda Bay, horrific, all we did was tack, no time to eat or drink at all. Though my grandfather sewed sails for boats on the far east coast, i will never sail again. Say I went on a cruise ship, I'd never sail in steerage that's for sure. And nowadays those are hardly as lovely as these old ships. Used to hang out in old cemeteries and do the sketch paper copies of them. Thx Thomas as always for your great research.
I still can't believe your channel /videos are not yet on discovery channel or national geographic. So professional, so we'll done. Video work is amazing , your story telling is attention grabbing and your research work is wonderful. Well done .
frankly speaking, more and more content creators on youtube are producing documentaries that are better than discovery channel or national geographic deserve. i highly recommend, if you enjoyed the type of stuff the aforementioned TV channels (used to) offer, please consider checking out Defunctland, BobbyBroccoli, Folding Ideas, Mentour Pilot, Cold Fusion, Jacob Geller, LEMMiNO, Miniminuteman, Muncat, Plainly Difficult, Summoning Salt, aaand i could rattle off another dozen, but here's a selection with a variety of different focuses, exactly like you'd expect to find on a TV channel with "Discovery" in the name. as a kid, i loved all of those science-history TV channels, equally as much as any of the "kids" channels like Disney or Nickelodeon, but as an adult i find that they're now infested with reality tv junk, and they over-indulge conspiracy theory nonsense, giving a platform to complete hacks with zero credentials. youtube is now the place i look to find genuine, compelling, and informative documentaries, created and presented by small teams or even single individuals who simply have the passion and the drive to make great stuff - for FREE.
This is a fabulous episode, thankyou for making it
Thank you for a thorough telling of the tragedy. You bring a desire to get the story right that is born of compassion.
I love the emphasis in your videos on human experiences - really bringing forgotten lives and times back to life. Had a tear in my eye hearing about Benjamin Delano and others. Keep up the (truly incredible) work.
I have no idea how I found this channel awhile ago but you’ve continued to produce some excellent content. Great job. Have learned so much
Outstanding work Tom, bravo. I love that your documentaries shine a light on these forgotten tragedies and bring some remembrance for the poor souls lost.
The animation in this video was amazing! Your overall qualities keep getting better & better! Really enjoy your focus on Canadian wrecks too.
Beautiful documentary about a horrific wreck.
I love how you weave the human interest stories into the story of the incident. It heightens the gravity and ensures these souls are not forgotten.
The story of Ella and her mother is heart-crushing. That poor father/husband probably went to his grave with that regret weighing on his heart. I don't have any children, but I do have 10 nieces and nephews who are my pride and joy.
Thank you for telling these stories, no matter how difficult they are to tell.
That story was particularly difficult to get though.
Thank you for your support
Oh dear, how I love your videos. As a Mexican, Canada has a very special place in my heart, I lived there for 2 years and more than loved it. Canadians are the most wonderful human beings, and your stories transport me to eras gone by that are incredibly romantic and inspiring. So glad to see you updated your channel. Please continue to teach us the story of your beautiful Country through its steamers.... Love the moustache as well. Thank you. Blessings
I love your videos, excellent content and you really make an effort. It’s appreciated so much! I also love that you cover Nova Scotia because I was born there, now in the PNW but it will always be home ❤
Your study is phenomenal btw!!
Man, you weren't kidding what a sad story. The song really hit home. Young man another outstanding documentary. Your work never ceases to amaze thank you for sharing this wonderful work.
This might be my favorite video you have done so far! It was so moving and respectful of those who lost their lives. I don't usually post comments on videos but I felt the need to comment on this one because you really should be proud of this! Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to bringing these stories to life!
Thank you for all your hard work in making yet another beautiful documentary, your videos have reminded me of my childhood fascination with shipwrecks and have rekindled my curiousity about maritime history.
My sub to Oceanline Disasters led me here, and dude, let me twll you right now; youtube actually recommended something worth while. Instant sub and also please keep doing these, dude. We love them and you're exceptionally great with this content. Can't wait to binge everything you've got. Keep on keeping on, brother! You're doing really fanstastic and amazing work, and I truly mean that.
*edit* Tell* lmao. And I meant Oceanliner Designs 😅
Another great documentary, sir. Always love the history and animation you provide to bring obscure wrecks to life. Appreciate all you do!
Firstly im going to say, much respect to the officer on the Hungarian who pulled himself to the surface, that guy was 100% bad ass. Secondly, I love how this guy is 100% fact based telling us exactly what is known while letting us know what is assumed and making a clear distinction between the two. He is clearly knowledgable about sailing and that compliments the story in a way that most others are unable to do when they simply re-tell a story.
I just adore this channel. Thank you thank you thank you for all the incredible videos you work so hard on!! I am deeply impressed, and I admire you greatly!
I love this channel how tom puts so much time and effort into the work and information collection may he help more lesser known ships come back to life
Your quality and research is always mind-blowing. Unmatched in the game!
Awesome work Tom , such a sympathetic telling and wonderful research . The 3D modelling has come such a far way from a just a few year back too . Bravo Sir .
Beautifully written, researched and presented. I have to watch it a second time today, it's so good! Bravo on a job superbly done. I knew nothing of this long-ago tragedy, and learned so much. Above all, perhaps, how human love and loss are universal, and unchanged by time.
Grateful thanks from England, UK.
Excellent production , as always . A touching gesture to lay flowers for the lost lives . Bless you .
A genuine heartbreaker. My heart also goes out to the crowd of would-be rescuers on shore. Your excellent animations really bring your stories to life. Thank you.
I live 20 minutes away from Clark’s harbour, my grandparent’s live on the hawk, love your videos
I’m 10 minutes away lol. Kinda cool to see one about something this local.
Yes! My new favorite channel comes out with a new video 😊 I like immersing myself into the minds and life's of the sailors, captains, crew, and passengers of every recreation you tell. Purely unparalleled to any other ship telling channel. Top knotch content 👍 you and your team are appreciated 👏
These are some of your best animations Tom, the sunrise. The sounds of the water. Everything is just perfect.
These videos are always such a treat to watch, thanks for making them.
Another cracking video. Absolutely engrossing. Congrats
beautiful documentary and visualization. you are a true historian!
Your productions keep getting better, keep up the great work, loving your channel and sharing it with friends
1:00:00 Thank you for including the recording of this song. Dr. Turpin has a gorgeous voice. She has the perfect combination of spin and emotion within her vocals and so accurately evokes the style and genre of music from that historical time period. I could listen to her sing for hours.
How have you not been picked up by AMC or The History Channel?? Epic docs man! 🙌🏼
Wonderful work as always.
The quality keeps getting better too!
Great film Tom. Lots of work went into this. Thanks for sharing the story of the SS Hungarian.
Absolutely loved this video!! And, as others have commented, the human stories from this wreck are heart-wrenching, and draw the viewer into this tragic story. But, I want to particularly commend you on your descriptions of the geography of the area and the state of the sea, currents, and the weather, against the backdrop of the history and mechanics of the ship itself. I don't think I've ever seen a more comprehensive explanation of how all the natural factors come together to make this region so prone to shipwrecks. Absolutely stellar documentary!! Thank you so much!
Hearing about that little girl floored me. Her father was trying to protect her, but he couldn't have known what would happen. What a horrible thing to experience, losing the ones you hold dear.
Top shelf production & incredible stories. Thank you Sir. Always satisfying - your hard work is most appreciated. Big fan here.
Thank you for excellent informative graphics and your thorough research, including travel! As a sailor and history buff, I love your work.
(I hope you'll stay focused on the facts and not get too carried away with emphasizing horror and drama. That seems to be the way of TH-cam unfortunately.) "Just the facts mam." Keep up the great work!!
Amazing videos as always.
Great production in every way😊❤❤❤
I am more and more amazed at how great your videos are sir. I go in with very high expectations still you exceed that expectation. This story, as are all of them, are well told and are very accurate. Thank you for doing something that makes me feel my time was well spent watching and that I will likely watch it again more than once. Take care and be safe!
Simply outstanding.
From the script to the animation, the high quality is there. You and your team deserve so much recognition for all the hard work you put into these documentaries.
Well done, Tom.
For the short time it was in service the Allan Line Hungarian certainly made a name for itself, thanks to Captain Jones and the crew. Its ultimate fate and that of the souls on board is very sad.
A small note of interest: I had this rumble going through my head after hearing the surname Nickerson. I knew it from somewhere else. Sure enough, it was Thomas Nickerson's. The cabin boy of the Nantucket whaler Essex. Wonder if they were then, and are now, related. Curiously, the ship that rescued Thomas Nickerson and two more was named "Indian".
And to end in a lighter and more musical note, "Oh, just think of another song. I can't. There's only, like, three songs. Oh, that's true. And they're all by Stephen Foster."
Cheers.
Great video!
I appreciate your analysis of the shortage of coal and what happens to the compass when the ship under sail drifts too close to shore . . . that makes perfect sense to a desert-dweller who grew up reading about the seas/ocean.
I am curious about diving technology used by those working for the salvage company.
Thank you for your in-depth videos/documentaries. Your research is top-notch.
Incredible animations, as always!
A very nice documentary once again. I love this channel!
Concerning the conpass error: It was well known at least since the 16th century that iron will lead to deviation and a procedure to account for that was proposed as early as 1794. So I think problems with the compass are unlikely to be a factor in this disaster.
That being said: Heavy weather made it very hard to determine your exact position in pre-GPS times, especially when not near land. When you cannot do astronavigatiom, all that remains is using ship speed and bearing together with estimated(!) drift caused by wind and currents to get an approximate position. My guess would be that in this case the calculation error was too big, unfortunately.
Thank you for a good and most interesting telling. Held my interest throughout.