The McValle Persamer: Australia’s Neglected Maritime Disaster of 1980
Mc Valle Persamer: 1980 Australian Maritime Disaster
The 1980 foundering of the Mc Valle Persamer off the Australian coast serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictable power of tropical cyclones.
The Disaster
Overtaken by a severe cyclonic storm, the vessel was lost at sea, resulting in a significant maritime casualty. Reports indicate the Mc Valle Persamer was en route from Brisbane, Queensland, carrying cargo destined for Port Hedland, Western Australia, when the incident occurred approximately 200 nautical miles offshore.
The Voyage and the Storm
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Aftermath and Legacy
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Remembering the *Mc Valle Persamer*
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