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The first volume, published in 1970, provides a comprehensive photostory of commercial freight vessels and car ferries in the Great Lakes fleet, complete with photographs, descriptions, and the history behind each ship's name. Illustrated throughout and featuring map endpapers, it’s a treasure trove of nautical history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sequel, \u003cem\u003eNamesakes II\u003c\/em\u003e (1973), expands on the first book, chronicling vessels on the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River from 1940 to 1972. With detailed photos and factual stories, this volume captures the legacy of former ships, their contributions, and their eventual fate. 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