SS Flying Enterprise
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SS Flying Enterprise was a 6,711 ton Type C1-B ship which sank off Cornwall in 1952. She was built in 1944 as SS Cape Kumukaki for the United States Maritime Commission for use in World War II. The sh
Still from newsreel footage of SS Flying Enterprise when she was sinking, 10 January 1952
Vincenzo Rugeri
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Vincenzo Rugeri, was an Italian luthier of string instruments such as violins, cellos, and, violas in Cremona, Italy. His instruments are noted for their craftsmanship and tone quality. Vincenzo came
SS Flying Enterprise
…children Liane and Lothar, and Frederick Niederbrüning. All survived except Bunjakowski, who drowned during the rescue. An exceptionally rare violin by Vincenzo Rugeri was lost to the sea when the ship sank. Captain Carlsen was awarded a Lloyd's Silver Medal for Meritorious Service in recognition of his efforts to…
A Rugeri violin.