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Sir Thomas Lipton's yacht "Shamrock" launched at Millwall antique print 1899

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Original page from "The Illustrated London News" dated July 1st. 1899. The following page has a full report on the "strictly private" launch of the Shamrock by Lady Russell of Killowen 'breaking a bottle of over it, and saying: I christen you the Shamrock. Good luck to you! May you bring back the cup!" The Shamrock was to compete against Columbia in the America Cup.

Paper size approx. 15.75x11.25 inches. Nice clean condition save for small tears beyond the printed area that are conservation repaired.

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