 Click thumbnail for a larger image. | Description: Builder's half model of the "Elizabeth Bass" mounted on a blackwood back board. The 30 foot ocean racing yacht was destroyed in the 1967 bush fires while under construction. The boat was designed by Noel Jennings for John Cannon and built by Don Jackson who died from burns while trying to save the half built hull . (Noel Jennings was grandson of Alf Bloor, noted early 20th Century Hobart boat designer) Format: realia Object: models Titles: Elizabeth Bass Institution: Maritime Museum of Tasmania Object number: MMT_A_2005-099 Disclaimer The content of this record is provided by Maritime Museum of Tasmania. For any questions about the content please contact them. |
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