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SPEEDY. British clipper ship for the Australia run, built by Cox of Bridport Date: 1853
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SPEEDY. British clipper ship for the Australia run, built by Cox of Bridport Date: 1853
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This stunning photograph captures the sleek and majestic beauty of the clipper ship Speedy, built by Cox of Bridport in 1853. The Speedy was a prime example of the advanced shipbuilding techniques and innovative design that defined the golden age of sail. Measuring an impressive 202 feet in length and boasting a beam of 37 feet, the Speedy was designed specifically for the Australia run, a notoriously long and challenging voyage that demanded speed and efficiency. With its slender hull, tall, tapered masts, and expansive sails, the Speedy was built to harness the power of the wind and cut through the water with unmatched agility. Launched in 1853, the Speedy quickly gained a reputation as one of the fastest and most reliable clipper ships on the Australia run. Its sleek lines and elegant design were the envy of other sailors, and its swift passage times drew admiration from passengers and crew alike. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when sailing ships ruled the waves and the open sea was a vast and untamed expanse. The Speedy, with its proud and stately bearing, stands as a testament to the ingenuity and determination of those who sailed the world's oceans in the name of discovery and adventure.
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