Note the industrial tubes used for stability

This was the most recent abandoned boat from the Marquesas Islands found in 2010.

Found in the Marquesas Islands in 2008 Traditional Cuban fishing yacht circa 1985 arrived from Mariel Cuba.

Traditional Cuban fishing yacht circa 1985 arrived from Mariel Cuba.

Another view of the traditional wood hull of the Cuban fishing yacht circa 1985.

This boat was found on Boca Grande 10 miles from Key West.

Same boat as above, this aluminum hull boat was powered by an outboard motor.

The opposite side of this metal boat displays an American flag and possibly a promise of a better life.

This is a replica of the 1951 Chevy pickup truck converted to a boat by Luis Grass used to enter the U.S. in 2003. With the help of fellow mechanic friends, Luis was able to make the truck sea worthy in six hours, crossing the Straits of Florida, but unfortunately fell short when intercepted by the Coast Guard and returned back to Cuba. Not deterred, he once again tried in 2004 this time in a floating Buick, but again never succeeded. He and his family would eventually touch American soil, not by water, but by land. I believe the original bright green truck was sunk by the Coast Guard. Too bad, as it was definitely a great piece highlighting the desperate measures people would take to reach the United States.