The Big Class 'White Heather II' heeling in a good wind, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes.


The Big Class 'White Heather II' heeling in a good wind, 1911. 'White Heather II' was a successful yacht designed by William Fife and won many races since her launch in 1907, she was later converted to rate as J-Class in 1930 by Camper & Nicholson yard, which helped establish Nicholson’s reputation in big racing yachts.


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