HISTORY. COLUMBIA Fall 1923

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2 HISTORY COLUMBIA Fall 1923

The original COLUMBIA was a 141 classic Gloucester Fishing Schooner built at the historic A.D.

Essex was the center for American Fishing Schooner construction.

In the fall of 1923, the COLUMBIA challenged the BLUENOSE, Canada s legendary schooner in the International

The BLUENOSE was skippered by Captain Angus Walters and the COLUMBIA was commanded by Captain Ben Pine.

American schooners to provide a challenge to BLUENOSE.

notorious Graveyard of the Atlantic, where the COLUMBIA was lost with all hands in a gale.

in Panama City, Florida, discovered the original lines plan of the COLUMBIA in the Essex Shipbuilding

Drawn by her proud history and her beauty, Brian began the journey of bringing the COLUMBIA back to life,

Gilbert & Associates of Boston, Massachusetts, the design was re-engineered with a steel hull instead of

Covey Island Boatworks of Lunenburg Nova Scotia built the rigging and spars. Blocks were fabricated by A.

3 The original COLUMBIA was a 141 classic Gloucester Fishing Schooner built at the historic A.D. Story shipyard of Essex, Massachusetts and launched April 17, Essex was the center for American Fishing Schooner construction. Designed by the innovative William Starling Burgess, the COLUMBIA was bred for speed. In the fall of 1923, the COLUMBIA challenged the BLUENOSE, Canada s legendary schooner in the International Fishermen s Cup Races in Halifax. The BLUENOSE was skippered by Captain Angus Walters and the COLUMBIA was commanded by Captain Ben Pine. Nearly winning the title, the COLUMBIA was narrowly defeated by the BLUENOSE and was one of the few American schooners to provide a challenge to BLUENOSE. The Schooner Bluenose Tragedy struck the promising young COLUMBIA on August 24, 1927 near Sable Island, the notorious Graveyard of the Atlantic, where the COLUMBIA was lost with all hands in a gale. Decades later, Brian D Isernia, owner of Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc. in Panama City, Florida, discovered the original lines plan of the COLUMBIA in the Essex Shipbuilding Museum in Massachusetts. maritime history back to life. Drawn by her proud history and her beauty, Brian began the journey of bringing the COLUMBIA back to life, and returning her to the glory she deserves. Working with John W. Gilbert & Associates of Boston, Massachusetts, the design was re-engineered with a steel hull instead of wood. An engine room and staterooms were added to the design. Covey Island Boatworks of Lunenburg Nova Scotia built the rigging and spars. Blocks were fabricated by A. Dauphinee & Sons and all the sails were constructed by Michelle Stevens Sailloft, LTD, both from the Second Peninsula, Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. Teak decking was completed by Teakdecking Systems of Florida. Launch August 23, 2014 Launch April 17, 1923 Captains Ben Pine & Angus Walters Originalinal Columbia Photos Courtesy of the Boston Public Library, ry, Leslie Jones Collection. lection Bluenose Photo Credit: The Schooner Bluenose 1921, Photo by W.R. MacAskill Captains Ben Pine (COLUMBIA) & Angus Walters (BLUENOSE), Essex Shipbuilding by Courtney Ellis Peckham

In early 2006, Brian D Isernia, Eastern Shipbuilding Group s President, researched the original COLUMBIA s history and made the commitment.

exact replica of the COLUMBIA (ESG Hull 981).

The hull plate, its formed shapes and structure were electronically lofted, nested and numerically cut (NC) using ShipConstructor computer

The vessel s services, steering and propulsion systems were designed and installed for diesel power.

5 In early 2006, Brian D Isernia, Eastern Shipbuilding Group s President, researched the original COLUMBIA s history and made the commitment. He and his management staff, employees and subcontractors brought to life the design, engineering, purchased the materials and constructed an exact replica of the COLUMBIA (ESG Hull 981). The hull lines were redrawn from a copy of the original hand drawn lines plan using AutoCAD computer software by John W. Gilbert and Associates. The hull plate, its formed shapes and structure were electronically lofted, nested and numerically cut (NC) using ShipConstructor computer software along with 3D-modeling software at Eastern s Allanton Engineering and Steel Processing Facility. The vessel s services, steering and propulsion systems were designed and installed for diesel power. There is a transverse bow thruster for ease of docking and undocking. The twin electrical power generation plants, switchgear and wiring were designed and installed meeting current marine regulatory requirements. Also installed are modern interior and exterior lighting, underwater lighting system, air-conditioning and heating

and machinery space electric ventilation with plenty of thermal and acoustic insulation.

LED lighting, electronic charting, electronic compass and autopilot for open water high performance sailing are interfaced with a VSAT broadband

Using today s technology coupled with proven early 1900 s craftsmanship, Eastern s Team of shipbuilders, subcontractors and vendors collectively

6 and machinery space electric ventilation with plenty of thermal and acoustic insulation. The onboard electronics, communication and navigational equipment are state-ofthe art with two 36 nautical mile radars, wind sensor, navigational LED lighting, electronic charting, electronic compass and autopilot for open water high performance sailing are interfaced with a VSAT broadband Satellite system with phone, entertainment and internet service. Using today s technology coupled with proven early 1900 s craftsmanship, Eastern s Team of shipbuilders, subcontractors and vendors collectively constructed and completed sailing trials of this new modern historic schooner on September 18, 2014 from Eastern s Nelson Street Facility in Panama City, Florida. Eastern s COLUMBIA is truly a robust steel hull replica derived from the historic Gloucester Fishing Schooner, meeting today s USA regulatory requirements, utilizing today s technology, machinery, materials, electronics and safety equipment. It was designed with modern crew amenities and comfort in mind. It is a vessel designed with onboard features like no other for a worldwide port-to-port sailing adventure.

SPECIFICATIONS Vessel Name: Type: COLUMBIA 141 Racing/Fishing Schooner Yacht Bow

Driven off Main Engine ESG Hull#: H981 1st Vessel in Series of 2 Designers: Hull

Gilbert & Associates of Hingham, MA William Starling Burgess of Boston, MA Steel

Dimensions: Length on Deck: 141-2 Length @ Waterline: 110-0 Beam (Molded): 25-6

Main Mast: Foremast: Sails: USA Flag, Lloyds Registry One (1) 19 x 124-10,Covey

Sitka Spruce Laminated Top Mast One (1) 19 x 115-7, Covey Sitka Spruce

Oceanus Sail Cloth Diesel Propulsion: One (1) Caterpillar C-18 587 HP @ 1,800

07:1 Reduction Generators Engines: Two (2) TAW Power Systems JOHN DEERE, 65kW,

Eskimo Ice Makers E1510d-230-WP Two (2) Cathelco Seafresh H208 Water Makers, 37

, w/ RMF-2 Re-mineralizers Vessel Speed: Under Sail: Up to 17 knots Under Power:

) Under Power Cruising Speed: 10+ knots Under Power/Sail Range: 4,000nm

Gross Tonnage: Total Fuel Oil: Potable Water: Gray Water #1/#2 Black Water:

7 SPECIFICATIONS Vessel Name: Type: COLUMBIA 141 Racing/Fishing Schooner Yacht Bow Thruster: One (1) Key Power KP-16, 1,500 RPM Electro- Hydraulic PTO Driven off Main Engine ESG Hull#: H981 1st Vessel in Series of 2 Designers: Hull Construction: John W. Gilbert & Associates of Hingham, MA William Starling Burgess of Boston, MA Steel ABS A36 Launch Date: August 23, 2014 Delivery Date: October 2014 Vessel Dimensions: Length on Deck: Waterline: Beam (Molded): 25-6 Hull Depth Amidships (Molded): 14-6 Design Waterline (DWL): 15-9 Regulatory: Main Mast: Foremast: Sails: USA Flag, Lloyds Registry One (1) 19 x ,Covey Island Boatworks, Douglas Fir Laminated Lower. Sitka Spruce Laminated Top Mast One (1) 19 x 115-7, Covey Island Boatworks, Douglas Fir Laminated Lower. Sitka Spruce Laminated Top Mast Michelle Stevens Sailloft LTD. Oceanus Sail Cloth Diesel Propulsion: One (1) Caterpillar C ,800 RPM Propulsion System: One (1) Hundested CPG32 CP, 3.07:1 Reduction Generators Engines: Two (2) TAW Power Systems JOHN DEERE, 65kW, 1,800 RPM Gensets Fish Hold Refrigeration: Freshwater Makers: Two (2) Eskimo Ice Makers E1510d-230-WP Two (2) Cathelco Seafresh H208 Water Makers, 37 USG P/HR., w/ RMF-2 Re-mineralizers Vessel Speed: Under Sail: Up to 17 knots Under Power: 13 knots (max.) Under Power Cruising Speed: 10+ knots Under Power/Sail Range: 4,000nm Accommodations: TANK 100%: Displacement: Deadweight Tonnage: US Gross Tonnage: Total Fuel Oil: Potable Water: Gray Water #1/#2 Black Water: Dirty Oil: Main Deck Area: Fish Holds: (4) Guest Cabin s, (12) Berths, Ensuite Facilities (1) Captain s Cabin, (3) Berths, Ensuite Facilities (1) Crew Cabin Forward, (12) Berths, (1) head 260 LT 32.5 LT 43 Tons 6,252 USG, (4 tanks) 2,050 USG (2 tanks) 188/200 USG 188 USG 651 USG 1,700 ft² Two 225 ft³, insulated Brian D Isernia and his wife and lifelong friend, Mimi

2200 Nelson Street, Panama City, FL 32401 13300 Allanton Road, Panama City,

8 2200 Nelson Street, Panama City, FL Allanton Road, Panama City, FL

The flybridge deck features various sitting arrangements with lower tables and is equipped with a bimini forward.

The flybridge deck features various sitting arrangements with lower tables and is equipped with a bimini forward. Perini Navi 50M Make: Model: Length: Perini Navi 50M 49.8 m Year: 2000 Condition: Used Hull Material: Draft: Number of Engines: 2 Fuel Type: Beam: Steel 8.25 m Diesel 11.41 m Prestige Yachts Investment,