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Reliance in dry dock, 1903. Creator: Unknown
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Reliance in dry dock, 1903. Creator: Unknown
Reliance in dry dock, 1903
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8 X 10 In Boatyard Dock Docks Dry Dock Dry Plate Negative Graving Dock Herreshoff Nathanael Greene Maintenance Marine Nathanael Greene Herreshoff Nathaniel Herreshoff Nautical Ng Herreshoff Reliance Wharf Yacht Company Detroit Publishing Detroit Publishing Co Detroit Publishing Company Edwin H Husher William A Livingstone
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This photograph, taken in 1903, captures the historic moment of the yacht "Reliance" being held in the graving dock at the Detroit Publishing Company's boatyard in Detroit, Michigan, USA. The image, created using a dry plate negative process, shows the impressive size of the yacht as it undergoes maintenance in the dry dock. The yacht, designed by Nathanael Greene Herreshoff, was one of the most advanced and fastest sailing yachts of its time. The photograph offers a glimpse into the bustling activity of the boatyard, with workers and onlookers gathered around the yacht, some of whom can be seen in the foreground. The image also reveals the industrial landscape of the boatyard, with the background showing the wharf, water, and other boats. This photograph, taken by an unknown photographer, is a testament to the rich maritime heritage of the United States and the importance of Detroit Publishing Company in documenting it." "The photograph, titled "Reliance in dry dock," measures 8 x 10 inches and was taken during the early 20th century. It is a valuable addition to the collections of the Library of Congress, providing insight into the history of yachting and boatbuilding in the United States. The photograph's intriguing composition, combined with the historical significance of the subject matter, makes it a captivating piece of American heritage art." "Notable figures associated with the yacht "Reliance" include Edwin H. Husher, who owned the yacht, and William A. Livingstone, who sailed it to victory in the 1903 Chicago to Mackinac Race. The yacht's design was revolutionary for its time, with a shallow draft, streamlined hull, and advanced rigging. The photograph serves as a reminder of the ingenuity and innovation that characterized the early 20th century in American maritime history.
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