John U. Bacon
United StatesauthorMale7.0Global Dominance: 0.01%John U. Bacon is an accomplished author and journalist known for his extensive research and engaging storytelling. His works cover various historical topics, including the Halifax explosion, the Cirque du Soleil, and Canada's 1972 Summit Series victory against the Soviet Union. Bacon's latest book, 'The Gales of November,' delves into the tragedy of the Edmund Fitzgerald shipwreck, providing a comprehensive account of the events surrounding the disaster and the lives of the men lost at sea. Through his meticulous research, he offers insights into the ship's last moments and the natural forces that contributed to its sinking.
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John U. Bacon is the author of Fourth and Long: The Fight for the Soul of College Football.
How the 1980s Miami Hurricanes became one of the most hated teamsUnited States· 2026-08-09
John U. Bacon is the author of The Gales of November, which examines the shipwreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald.
The legend of the Edmund Fitzgerald lives on in John U. Bacon’s The Gales of November
Canada· 2025-11-09
