THE ROYAL YACHT BRITANNIA
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Launched on the 16th April 1953 at John Brown's Shipyard in Clydebank, The Royal Yacht Britannia continued an unbroken tradition of Royal Yachts stretching back 300 years, to the reign of Charles II. *
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For over forty years The Royal Yacht Britannia served the Royal Family, travelling over one million miles to become the most famous ship in the world.
Travelling to every corner of the globe, in a career spanning 968 Royal and Official visits, she played a leading role in some of the defining moments of recent history.
To Her Majesty The Queen and The Royal Family, Britannia proved to be the perfect Royal residence for glittering state visits, official receptions, royal honeymoons and relaxing family holidays.
So, as you can imagine, this unique vessel has a fascinating story to tell.You can follow in the footsteps of Kings and Queens, Presidents and Prime Ministers and step aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia, now that she has made Edinburgh's historic port of Leith her final home, in preference to her natural resting place on The River Clyde.
The Jenoseel Rust Stabilising Primer used exclusively to
protect Britannia when she was de-commissioned, was supplied by
DG Protective Coatings who also feature the vessel on
their site.
THE ROYAL YACHT BRITANNIA
