John G Munson in the Duluth Harbor Toddler T-Shirt

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The John G. Munson self-discharging bulk carrier in the harbor in Duluth, Minnesota.

John G. Munson was built in 1952 by Manitowoc Shipbuilding in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. Lengthened by 102 feet in 1976 to extend her useful life on the Great Lakes, she is 768 feet long. She is part of the Great Lakes Fleet out of Duluth, Minnesota, the only major fleet headquartered on Lake Superior. Gray and black stripes on red hulls identify the Great Lakes Fleet carriers.

Named after the Michigan Limestone and Bradley Transportation Company President John Gephart Munson, Mr. Munson held the position until 1939. He then became the Vice President of the parent company, United States Steel Corp, where he remained until his retirement in 1951.

Initially built to transport limestone, her cargos were typically limestone, sand, stone, and aggregates. Over the years, her loads have expanded into iron ore, taconite pellets, and coal.

Copyright 2021 Susan Rissi Tregoning

I'm a travel photographer that enjoys photographing United States architecture, nature, and transportation. As the 8th photographer in 4 generations of my family, I don't remember a time when photography was not part of my life. By the time I was five years old, I was standing on a stool in the darkroom, helping my dad develop pictures. It was my job to transfer the photos from the hypo to the water bath. I went to college for interior design. After I graduated, I had a long successful career as an art buyer and designer for a large home furnishings company. In 2006, I had a significant life change. My husband became a medical traveler, and I decided to put my career on hold to tag along. In the process, I found my roots again. What...