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The Bell
The ship's bell, which was attached to the roof of the pilothouse, was
unanimously selected to serve this important purpose. Further, it was suggested
that a replica bell, inscribed with the names of the lost crewmen, be placed on
the wreck as a permanent grave marker.
The bell was transported aboard HMCS Cormorant to Sault Ste. Marie,
Ontario, where it was respectfully displayed to the public. On Friday, July 7,
the bell was formally presented to the family members by Diane Cunningham,
Ontario Minister of Inter-Governmental Affairs. In a ceremony titled "Call to
the Last Watch" the bell was then tolled 30 times, 29 for each man who lost his
life on the Fitzgerald, with the final toll for all sailors who have died
on the Great Lakes
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