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Shipping Up to Boston | Four of Five Tall Ship Sisterships Are Racing Off Nantucket
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July 9, 2026
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9:28Now PlayingIt’s a rare maritime spectacle off the coast of Nantucket! In this video, we’re tracking a historic gathering as four out of the five legendary "Tall Ship" sisterships—modern marvels of sail—face off in a race toward Boston. These vessels represent the pinnacle of sail training and international maritime heritage and seeing them together on the open water is a once-in-a-lifetime event.
We’ll dive into the history of these sisterships, explore their unique designs, and discuss why this race is such a significant moment for the global sailing community.
Key Highlights
⚓A Rare Reunion: See four of the five world-renowned sisterships gathered in one place for a high-stakes race.
⚓The Nantucket Start: Coverage of the ships as they depart the waters off Nantucket, heading north.
⚓Masterclass in Sail: An overview of the design and history behind these iconic "sister" vessels.
⚓Destination: Boston: Why these ships are racing to Boston and what this event means for the local maritime scene.
⚓Three of the four ships were built by Nazi Germany.
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