The weirdest things that have washed up on the beach (13 Photos) By: Staff In: Interesting, Mind Blowing Apr 9, 2016 1865 Liked! 55 Disliked 0 1 In 1941 the SS Politician wrecked off the Scottish island of Eriskay while carrying 28,000 bottles of malt whiskey. Locals rushed to salvage the cargo, making off with 24,000 bottles before customs officials sank the ship. Like this post? 1865 Liked! 0