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SHAMROCK V - FROM HER CONSTRUCTION TO HER DEPARTURE FOR AMERICA

 

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Lady Shaftesbury names and launches Sir Thomas Lipton's fifth Challenger for the America Cup. Gosport, Hampshire.

Shamrock V makes her first appearance in Harwich Regatta and wins.

Shamrock V wins her fourth race in succession.

Lulworth gaining narrow victory at Royal Thames Yacht Club Regatta. Ryde, Isle of Wight.

Shamrock's first outing at Gosport.

"Good luck go with you Shamrock V and may you bring back that 'Little Old Mug' Sir Thomas wants so much!"

Shamrock V coming in to harbour, steam yacht Erin, Captain Heard.

The 165 ft mast of the racing yacht Shamrock V rises high as she floats into harbour.

"All America goes yacht mad"

SHAMROCK V ARRIVES IN AMERICA

 

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Sir Thomas Lipton fails to lift the America's Cup

Shamrock V beats Britannia at Cowes Week

"Yacht racing in perfect sailing weather! The King's Britannia and Sir T Lipton's Shamrock competed."

The yachting season opens with the Royal Harwich Yacht Clubs Regatta

Britannia, Shamrock, Westward, Velsheda, Astra

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