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Blueprints of Scott's Discovery ship found


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Original and rare blueprints of the ship Discovery, used by explorer Captain Scott for his polar expedition, have turned up in East Yorkshire more than 100 years after his voyage.

The blueprints are believed to be one of only two surviving sets in existence and show a detailed plan of the vessel used by Scott for his exploration to the South Pole.

The documents, which are roughly a metre long, were rescued from Goole Shipyard. It had intended to burn the prints - along with other paperwork belonging to the firm - following its closure in 1984.

Harry Smith, a draughtsman at Goole Shipyard, recognised the importance of the prints and saved them from possible destruction.

He stored them in his attic until his death six years ago when they were discovered by his daughter, Jean Cannon.

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"There were two sets and he brought back both. At the same time he contacted the National Maritime Museum to alert them to the blueprints. They took away one full set and the other stayed at home," said Mrs Cannon.

Why the National Maritime Museum didn't place those fantastic document on display for all to see?

PS: Merry Xmas Still Waters.

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Why the National Maritime Museum didn't place those fantastic document on display for all to see?

PS: Merry Xmas Still Waters.

It's a wonder they didn't. It would have made an ideal exhibit, but perhaps they thought it best to keep it safe under lock and key.

Thank you, and a Merry Christmas to you too :)

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