He was kind of on auto pilot for the last part.
It was probably the worst conditions to be swimming in. I didn't think he was going to make it, but he did.
There were modern aids to navigation, good weather forecasting ... and yet a 729-foot ship disappears without a cry for help or survivors. The mystery prevails today, even after numerous dives have been conducted to explore for an answer.
The legend still seems to be growing. I'm surprised the Fitzgerald is still as popular as it is.