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Vital Spark!

Another image from the archives once again it's 2018,
This is Loch Fyne at Inveraray Pier with the Clyde Puffer "Vital Spark" She was launched in 1943 as "VIC 27" (victualling inshore craft) These ships were a World War II derivative of the iconic Clyde-built puffers which, for nearly a century, were the lifeblood of coastal communities up and down the west coast of Scotland.

She was the “"the smertest boat in the coastin' tred", with her blood red hull, shiny brass whistle and cargoes of anything from Heilan coos to furniture, and plenty of whisky.

She also starred in the mini-series, Para Handy – Master Mariner

I recommend a large view,,,,,,, HFF and a lovely weekend to all!

I have a link to a programme on the Clyde Puffers for anyone who may be interested,
www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXKCn_W9Mj0
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83 comments

Kayleigh said:

Beautiful !!! HFF Roger :-)
19 months ago ( translate )

Roger (Grisly) replied to Kayleigh:

Thank you Kayleigh!
19 months ago

Nicole Merdrignac said:

Superbes photo et reflets . Bonne soirée. HFF. Nicole .
19 months ago ( translate )

Roger (Grisly) replied to Nicole Merdrignac:

Very kind Nicole, thank you
19 months ago

Malik Raoulda said:

Belle, calme, paisible et avec une grande quiétude et sérénité.
HFF et agréable fin de soirée.
19 months ago ( translate )

Roger (Grisly) said:

Delightful comments Malik, thank you!
19 months ago

Mick Herbert said:

I remember the TV series Para Handy (Gregor Fisher), think they used the Vital Spark in that.Great capture Rog.
19 months ago

Roger (Grisly) replied to Mick Herbert:

Many thanks Mick, this was indeed the vessel used in that series, much of filmed locally and on the Crinan Canal.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_0WokmBEFM
19 months ago

Boro said:

Superbe !!!!!!
19 months ago ( translate )

Roger (Grisly) replied to Boro:

Very kind, thank you.
19 months ago

Christa1004 said:

An interesting story for this ship anchored in a beautiful landscape. HFF Roger.
19 months ago

Esther said:

That's a ship with a history.
19 months ago

Walter 7.8.1956 said:

Wonderful Roger!!!
FFF und ein schönes Wochenende nach UK!
19 months ago ( translate )

Ria V. said:

HFF und ein schönes Wochenende!
19 months ago ( translate )

David Slater (Spodde… said:

A great photo Roger. I immediately thought of Para Handy when I saw the picture and before I read your text! I will watch that You Tube feature for sure. HFF and best wishes for the wekend.
19 months ago