Breaking Ice for Arctic Oil: The Epic Voyage of the SS Manhattan through the Northwest Passage
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Book Synopsis: In 1969, an icebreaking tanker, the SS Manhattan, was commissioned by Humble Oil to transit the Northwest Passage in order to test the logistical and economic feasibility of an all-marine transportation system for Alaska North Slope crude oil. Proposed as an alternative to the Trans-Alaska Pipeline, the Manhattan made two voyages to the North American Arctic and collected volumes of scientific data on ice conditions and the behavior of ships in ice. Although the Manhattan successfully navigated the Northwest Passage—closing a five-hundred-year chapter of Arctic exploration by becoming the first commercial vessel to do so—the expedition ultimately demonstrated the impracticality of moving crude oil using icebreaking ships.Breaking Ice for Arctic Oil details this historic voyage, establishing its significant impact on the future of marine traffic and resource development in the Arctic and setting the stage for the current oil crisis.
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Embark on a thrilling journey through the pages of "Breaking Ice for Arctic Oil: The Epic Voyage of the SS Manhattan through the Northwest Passage." This gripping book takes you back to 1969 when the SS Manhattan, an icebreaking tanker, was commissioned to test the feasibility of an all-marine transportation system for Alaska North Slope crude oil.
Experience the excitement and intrigue as the Manhattan sets sail to the North American Arctic, pushing the boundaries of exploration and collecting valuable scientific data on ice conditions and ship behavior. Discover the challenges faced by the crew as they navigate treacherous ice-filled waters, becoming the first commercial vessel to successfully traverse the Northwest Passage.
But the journey doesn't end there. "Breaking Ice for Arctic Oil" delves deep into the expedition's far-reaching implications for marine traffic and resource development in the Arctic. Gain insight into how this epic voyage laid the foundation for our understanding of the current oil crisis, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the future of energy and global environmental challenges.
Don't miss your chance to be transported to this historic moment in time. Order your copy of "Breaking Ice for Arctic Oil" now and experience the thrill, exploration, and invaluable knowledge that this remarkable book has to offer.
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