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CA-973 Turner/Robertson Shipyard
TURNER/ROBERTSON SHIPYARD, 1883-1918..In 1882, Matthew Turner of San Francisco relocated his shipyard to Benicia. Turner, the most prodigious shipbuilder in North America, constructed 228 vessels, 169 of which were launched here. In 1913, the shipyard was purchased by James Robertson, who operated it until 1918. The yard ways, and the Whaler Stamboul, used as a shipyard work platform, are visible at low tide...California Registered Historical Landmark No. 973..Plaque placed by the State... more »
TURNER/ROBERTSON SHIPYARD, 1883-1918..In 1882, Matthew Turner of San Francisco relocated his shipyard to Benicia. Turner, the most prodigious shipbuilder in North America, constructed 228 vessels, 169 of which were launched here. In 1913, the shipyard was purchased by James Robertson, who operated it until 1918. The yard ways, and the Whaler Stamboul, used as a shipyard work platform, are visible at low tide...California Registered Historical Landmark No. 973..Plaque placed by the State Department of Parks and Recreation in cooperation with the City of Benicia. August 6, 1987 « less
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| W 12th St off of W K St, Benicia, Solano County California United States of America |
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