This is a complete history of the ships built at Leith from c. 1850 until the end of World War I and features the shipyards that eventually became the Henry Robb Shipyard including S&H Morton, Ramage & Ferguson, Cran & Somerville and Hawthorns & Co
The second in a series of four books about the almost forgotten part played by Leith in our truly great maritime heritage.
This book reveals the part played by the eight Bustler Class Rescue Tugs built at the Henry Robb Shipyard during the Second World War and will shed more light on the almost-forgotten part played by this country’s mariners.
Continues the highly-praised story of shipbuilding in Leith and contains a memorable collection of photographs. It features the post-War golden era of shipbuilding and the ensuing industry changes.
Features histories of some great ships, including the two largest and most powerful ocean-going salvage tugs of the day. Includes the decline of the last shipbuilder at Leith and accounts of the industrial unrest and strife.
This book sets out the huge legacy of proud maritime tradition from the port of Edinburgh known as Leith. Steam Yachts were some of the finest vessels ever to sail the oceans - a... Læs mere