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Herzogin Cecilie wrecked off Starhole Bay, Devon
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Herzogin Cecilie wrecked off Starhole Bay, Devon
The Herzogin Cecilie, a German four mast barque (Windjammer), named after German Crown Princess Duchess Cecilie of Mecklenburg-Schwerin (1886-1954), on the rocks off Starhole (Starehole) Bay, near Salcombe, Devon, after one of her many races round the world. She was gradually broken up by the waves, and the remains are still on the seabed."
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This evocative photograph captures the remnants of the historic German four-masted barque, Herzogin Cecilie, which was wrecked off Starhole Bay in Devon, England during the 1930s. Named after German Crown Princess Duchess Cecilie of Mecklenburg-Schwerin (1886-1954), this windjammer was a proud symbol of maritime prowess and a frequent participant in international races around the world. The image shows the once magnificent vessel, now broken and beached on the rocks, with its masts and rigging in disarray. The waves relentlessly crash against the remains, gradually eroding the once proud ship. The mill of the wind turbines in the background adds a poignant contrast to the historical scene, underscoring the passage of time and the ever-evolving relationship between human innovation and the natural world. The Herzogin Cecilie ran aground in 1936, during one of her many races, and was eventually broken up by the relentless waves. The remains of the ship now rest on the seabed, a testament to the rich maritime history of the area. Salcombe, Devon, has long been a popular destination for sailors and history enthusiasts alike, and the wreck of the Herzogin Cecilie remains a fascinating and intriguing attraction for those seeking to explore the past. As the ropes and rigging hang limp and lifeless, the waves continue to lap against the rocks, carrying with them the stories of the crew and passengers who once sailed on this magnificent vessel. The Herzogin Cecilie may be a relic of the past, but her legacy lives on, inspiring new generations of sailors and maritime enthusiasts to explore the vast and wondrous world of the sea.
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