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About the HMS Beagle Launched in 1820, the HMS Beagle was a ten-gun brig-sloop of the Royal Navy. From taking part in celebrations for King George IV’s coronation to carrying Charles Darwin on its second voyage, it is soaked in historical intrigue. At just over 90 feet long, the HMS Beagle was a behemoth in…
About the Cutty Sark A historic ship, the Cutty Sark was built in 1869 as a clipper ship, used as merchant ships in the 19th century. The Cutty Sark began life in tea trading before moving on to the trade of wool in Australia. The design of the ship is a fascinating read. Notable features…
About the Bluenose Ship A celebrated racing and fishing boat, the Bluenose was built in Canada in 1921. Under the command of Angus Walters, it became an important symbol in Canada until its wreckage in 1946. Unique in its appearance, the Bluenose was constructed using Nova Scotian pine, spruce, birch and oak. Always racing to…
About the HMS Endeavour There could not be a more fitting name for the HMS Endeavour. Commanded by Lieutenant James Cook, it was a British Royal Navy ship that embarked on a voyage of discovery from 1768 to 1771. In April 1770, HMS Endeavour became the first ship to reach the East Coast of Australia…
About the American Yacht Making history in in the 19th Century, the America Yacht was a racing powerhouse that was the first winner of the America’s Cup international sailing trophy. Led by NYYC charter member Commodore John Cox Stephens, the America Yacht was built with the purpose of sailing to England to compete and show…
About the Mayflower You can’t get any more historical than The Mayflower. In 1620, the ship transported the first English puritans, or pilgrims, from Plymouth to the New World. After two long months at sea, the pilgrims eventually made it to the New World and the rest, as they say, is history. The Mayflower may…
About the HMS Bounty Built in 1784, the HMS Bounty is soaked in history. It served as a small merchant vessel, purchased by the Royal Navy, to fulfil a botanical mission. It set sail to the Pacific Ocean to acquire breadfruit plants for transport, though it never completed its mission. Known as ‘The mutiny on…
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