Mary Ann Patten
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Mary Ann Patten made history as the first female captain of a merchant clipper ship when she took command of Neptune's Car during a fierce storm, displaying remarkable courage and leadership while pregnant as she navigated her crew to safety.
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Mary Ann takes command with the crew’s blessing, becoming the first female captain of a merchant clipper.
Love a good shipwreck tale? Welcome to the ‘sad boat’ book clubThe Globe and Mail·
Canada· 2026-01-31
Canada· 2026-01-31
