Document No 2098: Launch of Shamrock V

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EDITION : 1930

DATE : 14 Apr 1930

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The only wooden J Class yacht ever built. Built for Sir Thomas J Lipton's fifth and final America's Cup challenge.
Designed by Charles E. Nicholson and built by Camper & Nicholsons, Gosport, England. Sailmaker: Ratsey and Lapthorn. Launched: April 14th, 1930. Keel cutter fitted with a centrerboard. Universal Rule Rating was J Class, 76.0. Sail number: none in 1930, and then J K3 in 1931.
Sailed under the flag of the Royal Ulster Yacht Club as challenger but defeated in the 14th America's Cup by the defender 'Enterprise'.

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