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Beaver

Vessel summary

Name
Beaver
Type
pond model
Builder
MIT, Department of N. A. & M. E. Model Shop
When launched (Date built)
1926
Place built
United States, Massachusetts, Cambridge, MIT
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Description

Operational pond model built by MIT students and sailed in the Charles River. 'Beaver' is designed after contemporary sailing yachts of the 1920s, with a sharp bow, small transom, and long, gradual overhangs powered by a tall marconi sloop rig.

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