Florida Fishing Captains Oral History Project
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Interviewer
Terry L. Howard
Publication Date
5-6-2019
Date
2018-10-12
Abstract
In this interview, Brant "Dietrich" McManus, born in Fort Pierce, Florida, in 1953, describes his experiences fishing, his family history, and changes in commercial fishing over the decades. McManus begins the interview by giving a glimpse into the history of Florida through tales of his great-great-grandfather and the circumstances that led his family to settle in Fort Pierce. He attributes the decline of marine wildlife to technological advancements, such as LORAN, and the ways it has affected fishing quotas and fish populations across Florida waters. McManus recounts his encounters with danger, including waterspouts, storms, and even being struck by lightning. He concludes with anecdotes about water rescues, illegal smuggling, and humorous fishing episodes.
Keywords
Fish industry, Commercial fishing industry, Fishing boats, Fishermen, Overfishing, Swordfish, Kingfish, Spanish mackerel, Bluefish, Mullet, Boating accidents, Ocean pollution, Crab fishing, Smuggling
Extent
01:30:21; 47 page transcript
Subject: geographic
Georgia; Palm Beach County (Fla.); Miami (Fla.); St. Lucie Inlet (Fla.); Fort Pierce (Fla.)
Language
English
Digital Date
2022
Media Type
Oral histories
Format
Digital Only
Identifier
F70-00007
Recommended Citation
McManus, Brant "Dietrich", "Brant "Dietrich" McManus Oral History Interview" (2019). Florida Fishing Captains Oral History Project. 10.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/fl_fishing_ohp/10
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