In memoriam: Freeman Pittman

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SAIL Senior Editor Freeman Pittman died at the age of 44 from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig's disease, in late Jan. 1996. Courageous to the end, Pittman left behind his wife, Susan and two daughters, Rebecca and Molly, as well as his father, mother and three sisters.

Obituary, Editors, Pittman, Freeman

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How fast is too fast?

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The trimaran Commodore Explorer sailed around the world in 79 days, 6 hours and 15 minutes, winning the Jules Verne Trophy and bettering the record for nonstop circumnavigation by 30 days. A member of the crew describes the voyage.

Personal narratives, Sailboat racing, Yacht racing

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History come alive

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'The Maritime History of Massachusetts (1783-1860) by Samuel Eliot Morison is highly recommended. The book makes sailing history and adventure come alive.

Editorial, History, Criticism and interpretation, The Maritime History of Massachusetts: 1783-1860 (Book), Seafaring life, Seafaring (Lifestyle)

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