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The hunt for Harry

Article Abstract:

Mitchell has been missing since early Mar 1995, when he disappeared during the the BOC Challenge singlehanded around-the-world sailboat race. Hope remains that he has somehow managed to repair his disabled vessel, the 40-foot Harry Hornblower.

Author: McCormick, Herb
Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1995
Biography, Accidents, BOC Challenge (Boat race), Mitchell, Harry

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Perfectly happy to race and finish

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A saltwater sailor who competed in the 1992 Chicago-Mackinac Race aboard a Freedom 45 describes the experience. His boat completed the 330-mile course in just over 55 hours at an average speed of six knots.

Author: McCormick, Herb
Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1992
Personal narratives

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Last but not least

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An interview with British sailor and navigator Michael Richey is presented. Richey's views on traditional navigation practices and the Global Positioning System are provided.

Author: McCormick, Herb
Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1997
Interview, Richey, Michael

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Subjects list: Sailboat racing, Yacht racing, Sailors
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