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Compass Binnacle
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Compass Binnacle

Maker
Associated
Datec. 1954 - 1970
Object NameCompass
Mediummetal and glass
ClassificationsMaritime History
DimensionsMax: Height: 33 cm
Base: Diameter: 26.8 cm
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS003139
About MeThe DUCHESS OF KENT was a Watson Class a lifeboat based at Fraserburgh in 1954, it replaced the CHARLES KENNEDY which was lost in 1953. The DUCHESS OF KENT continued in service and was involved in the saving of 13 lives and the crew being awarded gallantry medals for their bravery. However on 21st January 1970, the crew responded to a 'shout' and went to the aid of a Danish trawler OPAL, the DCHESS OF KENT capsised resulting in the death of all but one of the six crew.
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1942-1960
Image Not Available for Maritime Survival Chart as supplied to Lifeboats
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1942-1960
Image Not Available for Maritime Survival Chart as supplied to Lifeboats
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1942-1960
Image Not Available for Maritime Survival Chart as supplied to Lifeboats
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1942-1960
Image Not Available for Maritime Survival Chart as supplied to Lifeboats
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1942-1960
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1942-1960
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Image Not Available for Certificate of compass adjustment for the steamship Glen Gelder
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John Cook & Son Limited
10 March 1903
Image Not Available for Certificate of compass adjustment for the steamship Glen Gelder
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Captain James Duthie
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1924
Image Not Available for Dolland Nautical Telescope
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1943