In May 1864, the merchant ship Invercauld wrecked on Auckland Island, just four months after the Grafton, but neither crew knew of the other's presence. Host Andrew recounts the Invercauld's grim tale, contrasting the successful survival strategy of the Grafton crew with the Invercauld's disastrous lack of leadership under Captain Delgardo. The story highlights the crew's struggle for survival, the onset of cannibalism, and the eventual rescue of the last three survivors. Finally, the episode reflects on the vastly different outcomes of two shipwrecks on the same island, underscoring the role of leadership and luck in survival.
00:00 The Tale of Two Shipwrecks
00:50 Introduction to the Invercauld Shipwreck
01:14 The Wreck and Immediate Aftermath
03:35 Struggles for Survival
05:40 Desperation and Division
06:31 A Glimmer of Hope
07:59 Leadership Failures and Final Attempts
11:15 Rescue and Aftermath
13:05 Comparing the Invercauld and Grafton Experiences
14:28 Conclusion and Farewell
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