Halkett Inflatable Boat

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Fred Halkett

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10/18/2001

Halkett Inflatable Boat

In 1844, Lt. Peter Halkett RN (1765-1839) designed a round-shaped inflatable boat which was used in several Artic expeditions. The boat was made of layers of cotton fabic covered with rubber, brass nozzels for inflation and padded fenders.

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Fred Halkett

Sadly, Fred Halkett passed away in December, 2006. Fred was a good friend to genealogy and very proud of his own family history. While you will no longer be able to contact him for further information, his submissions and his Family Space will be available for research. The AncientFaces family misses Fred - our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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