Rising Sun
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| Category | Placing |
|---|---|
Profile
Formerly an RAN training ship named Franklin, this yacht was transferred to the Army in '93. Volunteer effort saw her commence training activities and race in the '93 Sydney Hobart, unfortunately retiring. The boat is now used for adventure and seamanship training and for disadvantaged children as part of Defence Force Aid. The return from Hobart this year see stops along the way to renew friendships made last year.
Competitor Details
| Yacht Name | Rising Sun |
|---|---|
| Sail Number | 5376 |
| Owner | N.Sneddon |
| Skipper | N.Sneddon (2) |
| Navigator | C Mazur (5) |
| Crew | I Cooke (1), R Meindi (1), G Pallot (1), A Morrison-Evans (3), R Gillies, D Stone, A Wilson, T Kemp. |
| State | NSW |
| Club | Army Sailing Club |
| LOA | 13.06 |
| Beam | 2.90 |
| Draft | 1.88 |
| Rig Type | Sloop |
| Year Launched | 1962 |
| Designer | Morgan-Giles (UK) |
| Builder | Royal Australian Navy Garden Island |