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Dive into British maritime history with Anne Diamond

Hosted by Anne Diamond OBE

In this episode of Extraordinary Lives with Anne Diamond, Anne travels to Greenwich, England to visit the iconic Cutty Sark ship and museum. As one of the last and fastest tea clippers ever built, the Cutty Sark played a vital role in 19th-century global trade, carrying precious cargo like tea, wool and whiskey across the seas. Today, this historic vessel is preserved as a museum, offering a fascinating glimpse into maritime history. Follow along as Anne delves into the ship’s remarkable stories of speed, innovation and survival, uncovering its enduring legacy as a symbol of Britain’s seafaring heritage.

In this episode of Extraordinary Lives with Anne Diamond, Anne travels to Greenwich, England to visit the iconic Cutty Sark ship and museum. As one of the last and fastest tea clippers ever built, the Cutty Sark played a vital role in 19th-century global trade, carrying precious cargo like tea, wool and whiskey across the seas. Today, this historic vessel is preserved as a museum, offering a fascinating glimpse into maritime history. Follow along as Anne delves into the ship’s remarkable stories of speed, innovation and survival, uncovering its enduring legacy as a symbol of Britain’s seafaring heritage.

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