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Yacht racing at Cowes. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Yacht racing at Cowes

Grenadier at Memorial Well, Cawnpore, India, 1902. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Grenadier at Memorial Well, Cawnpore, India, 1902. The Memorial Garden at Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, was established to commemorate the tragic events of Indias First War of Independence in 1857

The 353 ton Bournmouth Queen under way. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 353 ton Bournmouth Queen under way. Bournemouth Queen was built in 1908, serving as an excursion ship from Bournemouth for much of her career

A 5 ton sloop, possibly Armonelle, under sail, 1921. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
A 5 ton sloop, possibly Armonelle, under sail, 1921

Gateway in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India, 1902. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Gateway in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India, 1902

Group of J Class yachts, 1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Group of J Class yachts at the time of Yankees visit to England, 21st June 1935

Princes Green, Cowes, Isle of Wight, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Princes Green, Cowes, Isle of Wight, c1935. Public open space with a view of the sea

Grass tennis court among trees, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Grass tennis court among trees, c1935

Angel of the Memorial Well, Cawnpore, India, 1902. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Angel of the Memorial Well, Cawnpore, India, 1902. Statue of an angel in the Memorial Garden at Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. The Garden was established to commemorate the tragic events of Indias First War

The 179 ton White Heather and 221 ton Britannia racing upwind, 1921. Creator
The 179 ton White Heather and 221 ton Britannia racing upwind, 1921

The motor yacht Pleosaurus at anchor, 1922. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The motor yacht Pleosaurus at anchor, 1922

Cutter sailing close-hauled. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Cutter sailing close-hauled

House and garden, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
House and garden, c1935

Unkown navel vessel, early 20th century. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Unkown navel vessel, early 20th century

Convent School, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Convent School, c1935

The Chilean Destroyer Almirante Lynch under way, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The Chilean Destroyer Almirante Lynch under way, 1914. Almirante Lynch was the first of six Almirante Lynch class destroyers ordered by the Chilean Navy and built in Cowes, Isle of Wight by J

View of a tennis court and the sea, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
View of a grass tennis court and the sea, c1935. The setting may be Hamstead on the Isle of Wight

Statue of the Virgin Mary, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Statue of the Virgin Mary, c1935. Garden with religious statue, possibly a convent school on the Isle of Wight

View out of a window, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
View out of a window, c1935. View, possibly in the Isle of Wight, with boats on water in the distance

Landscape with trees, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Landscape with trees, c1935

Pond in a garden, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Pond in a garden, c1935

Garden, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Garden, c1935. A railing with trees, and a house beyond

Officers group, Queens Royal Regiment, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Officers group, Queens Royal Regiment, c1935. Group of army officers posing outside the mess

Trees and daffodils, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Trees and daffodils, c1935

The 6 Metre Cynthia sailing upwind, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Cynthia sailing upwind, 1912

Tree-lined drive, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Tree-lined drive, c1935. Road with daffodils growing on the bank

The 6 Metre Ejnar (L17) breaking waves, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Ejnar (L17) breaking waves, 1912

Thatched cottage, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Thatched cottage, c1935. House by a country lane

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

The yawl Valentine under sail, 1909. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The yawl Valentine under sail, 1909

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

Sailing dinghy Flutterell, 1922. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Sailing dinghy Flutterell, 1922

The 12 Metre yacht Javotte sailng close-hauled, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 12 Metre yacht Javotte sailng close-hauled, 1911. Javotto was designed by Alfred Mylne and built in 1909

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

The ketch Aphrodite under sail, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The ketch Aphrodite under sail, 1912

Group of cruisers on Cowes to Weymouth race, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Group of cruisers on Cowes to Weymouth race, 1913

Yachts lying up at Cowes. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Yachts lying up at Cowes

Davo III, a 12 Metre class sailing yacht, runs before the wind, 1911. Creator
Davo III, a 12 Metre class sailing yacht designed by the influential German yacht designer Max Oertz, runs before the wind, 1911

The 8 Metre Termagant sailing with spinnaker, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre Termagant sailing with spinnaker, 1911

Promenade deck on SS Insulinde, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Promenade deck on SS Insulinde, 1914. The Dutch steam ship SS Insulinde was built in 1914 for the Rotterdam Lloyd company and served as a passenger freight ship between Rotterdam and Jakarta

The 8 Metre class Verbena. Termagent and Windflower race downwind, 1911

The 8 Metre class cutter Windflower (H3), 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre class cutter Windflower (H3), 1911

The 96 ft ketch Julnar, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 96 ft ketch Julnar, 1911. Julnar was designed by William Fife and built at Southampton by Summers & Payne to the order of Sir Maurice FitzGerald, the Knight of Kerry, in 1909

Painting Men and Gear, 1936. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Painting Men and Gear, 1936, showing men winching to lighthouse in rough seas

Unknown gaff rigged cutter beating upwind, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Unknown gaff rigged cutter beating upwind, 1911

Mrs Chandler. Golden Fleece RYS painting. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Mrs Chandler. Golden Fleece RYS painting

The 221 ton cutter Britannia at anchor with prize flags, 1921. Britannia was owned by King George V. One of the most successful racers of its day, in 1913 it won 8 of the 13 races it entered

Mrs Jerome. Morning Star RYS painting. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Mrs Jerome. Morning Star RYS painting

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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.