Sailing Ship Model - Samuel Plimsoll, 1873

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Title

Sailing Ship Model - Samuel Plimsoll, 1873

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Description

This experimental model is fitted with a 'combination rig' designed by Captain Christopher Welch of Port Chalmers in New Zealand. This rig was never used on a full-sized vessel. It featured two masts near the centre of the hull. Model was built between 1861 and 1873. This is not a model of the vessel 'Samuel Plimsoll' built in 1873. This model w...

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Image

Creator

Captain Christopher H. Welch

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https://collections.museumsvictoria.com.au/items/395032

Related subjects

Marine Engineering / Sailing Vessels / History & Technology / Engineering / Transport / Water transport / Wind power - sailing vessels / Model schooners

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