MV Bianca C.
MV Bianca C is a passenger ship that was built in 1944 by Società Esercizio Bacini in Riva Trigoso, Italy. Originally named Arosa Sky, the ship was renamed Bianca C in 1959 when it was purchased by Costa Cruises. The ship is known for its sinking in 1961 near Grenada, which is considered one of the most significant shipwrecks in the Caribbean.
History[edit | edit source]
The MV Bianca C was originally built as a cargo ship for the German Navy during World War II. After the war, the ship was seized by the Allied Powers and sold to a Swiss company, who converted it into a passenger ship. In 1959, the ship was sold to Costa Cruises and renamed Bianca C in honor of the owner's daughter.
Sinking[edit | edit source]
On October 22, 1961, while anchored off St. George's, Grenada, a fire broke out in the engine room of the Bianca C. Despite efforts to control the blaze, the fire spread and the decision was made to evacuate the ship. All 673 passengers and crew were safely evacuated, but the ship was lost. It sank two days later, coming to rest at a depth of 50 meters.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Today, the wreck of the MV Bianca C is a popular site for scuba diving. The ship's large size and the abundance of marine life that has made the wreck its home make it a unique diving experience. The wreck is often referred to as the "Titanic of the Caribbean" due to its size and the dramatic nature of its sinking.
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