CNN is reporting that the classic clipper ship Cutty Sark, under repair at its display location in London,was damaged by a fire this morning. The ship was undergoing refurbishing, so much of it had been removed to storage, but initial reports are that several decks and framing were damaged. The cause has not yet been determined.
Any boy who has every built a model ship has probably built a model of the Cutty Sark; and probably drove his dad nuts helping him try to rig it. It's one of those classic pieces of history that we all share. It just struck a chord when I heard.
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