Legendary Tuna Fight Off Watch Hill
In the summer of 1949, a fisherman discovered a giant tuna grounds off Watch Hill, Rhode Island, sparking a revolution among East Coast big-game fishermen. Despite his efforts, he never landed one of the massive fish, but his discovery led to a frenzy of catches, including a 779-pounder. The story of Harry Alfandre and his quest for the elusive tuna has become a legend in the fishing community.
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