Story
This pilot boat (schooner-rigged) was built in 1883 by Junge, Gustav in Wevelsfleth.
Historical Notes
This vessel was brought to San Francisco CA in 1935, via Cape Horn.
Owners & Masters
In 1883-1924 she was a pilot boat for ships entering the Elbe River travelling to Hamburg or Cuxhaven.
In 1928 she was owned by Warwick Tompkins, Berkeley CA USA.
In the 1970s she was restored by Harold Sommer.
She was sold in 1998 and is currently (1999) stored on Lake Union WA.
References
- Snapp, Jeremy S. & John F. Snapp (1999) Northwest Legacy
- Merchant Vessels of the United States (1935)
