“The Legacy of Gilbert Klingel: Man of Steel”, an educational, historical, and inspirational film, is set to broadcast on WCVE – Richmond and WHTJ – Charlottesville, primetime, on Thursday, July 26, at 10 p.m.
February Update
WE’RE BACK ! WITH LOTS OF NEWS AND UPDATES … We’ll be bringing you from the past and into the present with our latest and biggest news first! The biographical film, “The Legacy of Gilbert Klingel: Man of Steel” is deep in post production and editing. It’s release to television and DVD is expected in …
Freya’s Voyage Home to Virginia
Webmaster Note (John Tobin): I am updating this page as accurately as possible via correspondences with John Bonner and other sources as information becomes available. John Bonner will verify and fill-in details when possible. His friend and crewmember, Donnie Pressley has also been posting regular updates on his Facebook page, which you may find interesting. …
Film – Gilbert Klingel: Man of Steel
Filmmaker Dave Miller of Aylett, Virginia is currently creating a documentary film about Gilbert Klingel and Freya’s journey home to Gwynn’s Island, VA. Titled “Gilbert Klingel: Man of Steel”. Miller, whose film projects about the Chesapeake Bay including “Journey on the Chesapeake” and “Oysters, Boats and Men”, have been well-received, said his new film will …
Welcome to the Klingel Project’s new website!
In addition to preserving the history and legacy of Gilbert Klingel, this project is dedicated to engaging with the community. We are excited to work with partners such as the Mathews Maritime Foundation (MMF), Gwynn’s Island Museum and many others who have a special interest in maritime history, education and the Chesapeake Bay. This website …