Frank Cowper
Yachtsman, author, and illustrator
Born
January 14th, 1849
176 years ago
Died
May 28th, 1930
95 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
England
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Engaged in competitive yacht racing and authored several works about yachting. Contributed illustrations to books about maritime activities. Involved in the design and development of yachts and wrote extensively on sailing techniques and navigation. Played a significant role in promoting yacht racing in England during the early 20th century.
Authored 'Yachts and Yachting'
Illustrated works for yachting books
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