The Rise and Fall of the Aurora: A Journey of Maritime Heritage Preservation
In 2008, Chris Willson discovered a Craigslist ad for a rundown cruise ship and embarked on a 15-year journey to restore it. Despite facing challenges, Willson renamed the ship Aurora and dedicated himself to its revival. However, tragedy struck in 2023 when Aurora began to sink, leading to its uncertain fate and highlighting the fragility of maritime heritage.[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1XqqzTGcl4[/embed]