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Shamrock V races
The first appearance in a race by the Shamrock V, Sir Thomas Liptons Americas Cup challenger in 1930. The Shamrock V is seen here in the foreground, alongside Lord Camroses Cambria, racing at the Royal Harwich Yacht Club Regatta.
1930
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Americas Challenger Cumbria Harwich Lipton Races Regatta Shamrock Yacht Yachting
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This evocative photograph captures the excitement of the Royal Harwich Yacht Club Regatta in 1930, where Sir Thomas Lipton's groundbreaking Americas Cup challenger, Shamrock V, made its first appearance in a race. The image finds the Shamrock V, a sleek and innovative yacht, boldly leading the way in the foreground. Her rival, Lord Camrose's Cambria, follows closely behind, the two boats creating a stunning contrast against the tranquil waters. Sir Thomas Lipton, an avid yachting enthusiast and business magnate, had a long-standing ambition to win the prestigious Americas Cup for Great Britain. With the Shamrock V, his fifth challenge for the trophy, he sought to surpass the previous designs and improve upon the successes and failures of his earlier attempts. The Shamrock V was a testament to modern yachting technology, boasting a streamlined hull, advanced rigging, and a powerful engine. The Royal Harwich Yacht Club Regatta provided the perfect platform for the Shamrock V to showcase its capabilities. The event drew a large crowd of spectators, who eagerly watched as the two formidable vessels battled it out on the racecourse. This photograph encapsulates the spirit of competition and innovation that defined the era of yachting in the early 20th century. The Shamrock V's first race at the regatta marked the beginning of an intriguing chapter in the history of the Americas Cup, with Sir Thomas Lipton's determination to bring the trophy back to Britain.
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