The Ship with a Smile — Edwin H. Gott

The Ship with a Smile — Edwin H. Gott

The Ship with a Smile — Edwin H. Gott

When we visited the Soo Locks, the Edwin H. Gott was the largest ship we saw that day — a true giant of the Great Lakes. At 1,004 feet long, it moves millions of tons of iron ore each year between Lake Superior and the lower lakes.

The Ship with a Smile — Edwin H. Gott

But what caught my eye most wasn’t its size — it was its face. Through my lens, the front of the ship seemed to smile, almost as if it knew it was putting on a show for those watching along the shore. There’s something endearing about seeing such immense power softened by a touch of personality.

The Ship with a Smile — Edwin H. Gott

In that moment, the Gott wasn’t just a freighter — it was a reminder that even in industry and steel, there’s beauty and character waiting to be seen.

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The Ship with a Smile — Edwin H. Gott

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  2. Thank you Sandra. There is so much out there I would pretty much have no clue about or know of other than by you sharing the experiences of your travels through your excellent work. Because of you I’ve been all over the country learning all kinds of stuff. Have a great day and a great weekend. Merry Christmas!

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