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The cutters Rosamond, Carina and Sonya racing downwind, 1911. Creator
The cutters Rosamond, Carina and Sonya racing downwind, 1911

The cutter Rosamond sailing close-hauled, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The cutter Rosamond sailing close-hauled, 1911

Start of Cowes to Weymouth Race, August 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Start of Cowes to Weymouth Race, August 1911

The cutter Onda sailing under spinnaker, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The cutter Onda sailing under spinnaker, 1911

Motor launch in boatyard, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Motor launch in boatyard, 1913

The racing cutters Istria and Mariska, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The racing cutters Istria and Mariska, 1912. Istria was designed by Charles Nicholson, Mariska was designed by William Fife

The yawl Imatra under sail, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The yawl Imatra under sail, 1913

Unknown ketch under sail. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Unknown ketch under sail

The ketch Lady Camilla sailing close-hauled, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The ketch Lady Camilla sailing close-hauled, 1912. Lady Camilla, originally called Nyria, was designed as a cutter by Charles E. Nicholson and built in 1906. In 1912, under the ownership of Mr H

The steam yacht Glencairn, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The steam yacht Glencairn, 1912. Originally called Liberty, Glencairn was designed by G L Watson & Co and launched by Ramage & Ferguson Ltd at Leith on 5 December 1907

The steam yacht Latona under way, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The steam yacht Latona under way, 1912

Steam yacht Iliona under way, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Steam yacht Iliona under way, 1914

Steam yacht Cysne under way, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Steam yacht Cysne under way, 1913

Unknown artwork showing a three mast schooner. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Unknown artwork showing a three mast schooner

Catholic priest, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Catholic priest, c1935

The schooner Vergemere. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The schooner Vergemere

The launch of the 2nd Argentine Destroyer Tucuman, 16 Oct 1928
The launch of the 2nd Argentine Destroyer Tucuman built by J Samuel White & Co in Cowes, Isle of Wight, 16 Oct 1928. Tucuman was the second of three Mendoza class destroyers built in the United

Women on board a boat, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Women on board a boat, c1935. Young women in uniform, possibly from a convent school

Clementinas Bow showing collision damage and loss of bowsprit, 1913

Spinnaker flying on unknown yacht. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Spinnaker flying on unknown yacht

Interior shot of dining room, possibly the Royal Yacht Squadron, Cowes

Officers football team group portrait, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Officers football team group portrait, c1935. Young men posing for a photograph, possibly at the Royal Naval College in the Isle of Wight

Interior shot, possibly inside the Royal Yacht Squadron. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Interior shot, possibly inside the Royal Yacht Squadron

Steam yacht under way, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Steam yacht under way, 1912

Unknown cutter sailing with spinnaker. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Unknown cutter sailing with spinnaker

The schooner Halcyon under sail, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The schooner Halcyon (previously named Etoile Filante ) under sail, 1911

The racing cutters The Lady Anne and Istria running downwind, 1912. Creator
The racing cutters The Lady Anne and Istria running downwind, 1912

Cockpit and hold on cabin cruiser D. G. S. P. 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Cockpit and hold on cabin cruiser D.G.S.P. 1913

21 Footer motor launch under way, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
21 Footer motor launch under way, 1914

Start of W Class race: Squirrel (3), Jadi (26), Diana (8), Emerald (27), Melody (28), 1931

Group portrait of young men, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Group portrait of young men, c1935

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Unknown cutter under sail, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Unknown cutter under sail, 1911

Party sailing on the Earl of Normantons Cutter, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Party sailing on the Earl of Normantons Cutter, 1911

Group portrait with letter W, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Group portrait with letter W, c1935. People in sailors caps posing outside a building, possibly a boat house, on the Isle of Wight

Christening Group possibly at J Samuel White and Co shipyard, Cowes, Isle of Wight, c1930s

The racing cutter Creole under sail, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The racing cutter Creole under sail, 1911. Creole was built in 1890 from designs of G L Watson for Colonel Villiers Bagot

Saunders Aeroplanes in hangar, East Cowes, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Saunders Aeroplanes in hangar, East Cowes, 1914. S. E. Saunders were involved in the development of early amphibious aircraft

Spectators watching yachts at Cowes, Isle of Wight. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Spectators watching yachts at Cowes, Isle of Wight

View of the sea and cliffs from Gurnard, Isle of Wight, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
View of the sea and cliffs from Gurnard, Isle of Wight, c1935

House under construction, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
House under construction, c1935

The cutter Minstrel competing in the round Island Race, 1938. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The cutter Minstrel competing in the round Island Race, 1938. (Possibly the 1913, William Fife designed yawl that was later converted to a bermudan sloop.)

Group of racing yachts before the start of the Cowes to Weymouth Race, 1913. Creator
Group of racing yachts before the start of the Cowes to Weymouth Race, 1913

Landscape with boats, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Landscape with boats, c1935. View of yachts at anchor, possibly on the Isle of Wight

Victoria Parade, Cowes, Isle of Wight, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Victoria Parade, Cowes, Isle of Wight, c1935. Crowds on the front, with ships in the distance

Cowes Roadstead, 1925. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Cowes Roadstead, 1925

Charabanc, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Charabanc, c1935

The three ketches Julnar, Cariad and Corisande racing upwind, 1913. Creator
The three ketches Julnar, Cariad and Corisande racing upwind, 1913

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Kirk & Sons of Cowes: Masters of the Sea Step into the world & Sons, a legendary shipbuilding company that has left an indelible mark on maritime history. With their exceptional craftsmanship and unwavering dedication to perfection, they have created some of the most iconic vessels known to man. In 1933, the majestic 205-ton J-class yacht Velsheda gracefully sailed close hauled, showcasing Kirk & Sons' unrivaled expertise in yacht construction. The sight of this magnificent vessel slicing through the waves was nothing short of awe-inspiring. Another masterpiece from their workshop was the steam yacht Boadicea, anchored majestically amidst tranquil waters. Every detail meticulously crafted by Kirk & Sons spoke volumes about their commitment to excellence. The year 1913 witnessed a breathtaking moment as Cremona crashed through a mighty wave. This powerful image captured by Kirk & Sons showcased not only their technical prowess but also their ability to capture raw emotion in every frame. Joyeuse, a steam yacht built in 1914 by Kirk & Sons exuded elegance and sophistication as it glided effortlessly across pristine waters. A testament to timeless beauty and impeccable design. La Toquade, a motor yacht launched in 1939 by Kirk & Sons stood proudly at anchor - its sleek lines and modern features reflecting an era defined by innovation and progress. Kirk & Sons were no strangers to thrilling races either; White Heather and Shamrock raced downwind with sheer determination etched on their sails. These yachts embodied speed, skill, and fierce competition - all brought together under one name: Kirk & Sons. Their legacy extended beyond England's shores when RMS Olympic suffered a devastating collision with HMS Hawke in the Solent in 1911. The hole torn in her hull served as a stark reminder that even great ships could face unexpected challenges at sea.