Soul of the adventurer: Francis Chichester's circumnavigation inspired a generation of sailors

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Chichcester was knighted by the UK queen for circumnavigating the world in his sailboat 'Gypsy Moth' in 1967. He was in his mid-60s when he accomplished the feat. Other records by the adventurer, such as making the fastest known voyage around the world in a small vessel, are cited.

Appreciation, Achievements and awards, Sailing, Single-handed, Single handed sailing, Chichester, Francis

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The Grenadines: sea of tranquility

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The Grenadines are a string of beautiful islands located between Grenada and St Vincent. Relatively untouched by commercialism and tourism, the Grenadines allow visitors to anchor off virgin beaches that possess rich coral reefs teeming with a wide variety of fish.

Description and travel, Yachts and yachting, Yachting, Yachts, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

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Class act

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Rev Bob Shepton, a retired school chaplain, took a group of young British men on a 21-month sailing trip around the world. The men, aged 18 to 24, were mostly disadvantaged. The trip, which earned Shepton a Blue Water Medal, is described.

Personal narratives, Donations, Shepton, Bob

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