I first visited the Steam Ship Arabia museum back in the early 90's. This summer I revisited it with Dad and my youngest, Emma Jean. Wow, they had uncovered many new things.
The steamship sank in 1859, having hit a snag, (big ass submerged tree)in the Missouri river. It was quickly covered by silt and mud, prfectly preserving most all the goods that were being carried up river to the wilderness. When they uncovered it in 1988 they found a case of cognac and upon opening it, found it to be in perfect condition. Everything you can think of they had. Even some things that you wouldnt think they had, like rubber over shoes. Its a full time job just restoring the items. I highly recomend visiting if you have an iterest in history, and ever get to KC and have a few hours to spend. Well worth it.
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