The Gripping Tale of Captain James Riley and the Shipwreck of Commerce Part 1 | E117

In this episode of the Crux True Survival Story Podcast, hosts Julie Henningsen and Kaycee McIntosh arecount the harrowing survival story of Captain James Riley and the ship Commerce's ill-fated voyage in 1815. The American merchant ship, led by Captain Riley, runs aground off the coast of North Africa, leading the crew into a dire struggle for survival amidst harsh desert conditions and captivity by nomadic tribes. As they face starvation, dehydration, and abuse, listeners are left on the edge of their seats waiting to hear what becomes of these shipwrecked sailors.
00:00 Introduction to the Crux True Survival Story Podcast
00:19 Setting the Scene: The Commerce's Ill-Fated Voyage
01:56 Captain James Riley: A Background
05:24 The Shipwreck and Immediate Aftermath
07:22 Captured by the Sahrawi Tribe
17:58 Struggles and Survival Tactics
23:47 Conclusion and Call to Action
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