[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 101 (Thursday, June 26, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1078]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       IN RECOGNITION OF THE HOMECOMING OF THE CHARLES W. MORGAN

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                        HON. WILLIAM R. KEATING

                            of massachusetts

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 26, 2014

  Mr. KEATING. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in celebration of the return 
of the Charles W. Morgan whaling ship to New Bedford, Massachusetts.
   The Morgan is the last American whaling ship in a fleet that had at 
one time numbered over 2,700 vessels. Built and launched in 1841, she 
is the oldest American commercial ship that is still afloat. Known as a 
``lucky ship'', the Morgan successfully navigated dangerous storms, 
Arctic ice, and the roundings of Cape Horn during her 80-year whaling 
career. The ship embarked on 37 voyages between 1841 and 1921, covering 
every corner of the globe.
   The Morgan was designated a National Historic Landmark by order of 
the Secretary of the Interior in 1966, and she was also a recipient of 
the coveted World Ship Trust Award. Since her arrival at Mystic 
Seaport, more than 20 million visitors have walked her decks. Next week 
will be a homecoming for the Morgan as she returns to New Bedford, 
Massachusetts, the site of her initial launch on July 21, 1841 from the 
yard of Jethro and Zachariah.
   Mr. Speaker, I am proud to celebrate the Charles W. Morgan on this 
joyous occasion of her homecoming to New Bedford. I ask that my 
colleagues join me in celebrating her long and storied career.

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