The Mercedes

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The Facts


German Freighter

Built 1952 Sunk 1985

depth 90 ft length 190 ft

A Little History

Originally this ship was known as the Jacob Rusch. After being grounded during a severe storm in 1984, it was towed back into the water and turned into an artificial off Fort Lauderdale. Hurricane Andrew broke this wreck into two pieces.

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