we partner with comcast to learn about galveston, texas. >> the opening of the canal in 1869 ships were dealt a death blow. coal ships had a shorter route to the far east and india and those markets. so sailing ships really needed to find a way to make their own living. so instead of high value cargo they started carry coil cotton oil and other things. so the niche was in carrying any kind of cargo that didn't require getting to market at a fast pace. the connection to galveston is unique from melissa. she sailed and arrived about a hundred yards from where we are