Alan Buchanan (naval architect)
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Alan Buchanan | |
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Born | 20 October 1922 |
Died | 26 January 2015 | (aged 92)
Occupation(s) | Naval architect, yachtsman |
Alan Buchanan (1922-2015) was a British naval architect and yachtsman. He designed more than 2,400 boats, including yachts who won Admiral's Cup, the Cowes Week, and the Fastnet Race.[1][2] The Halcyon 23 was designed by Buchanan.[3]
References
- ^ Ferris, Harriett (February 6, 2015). "Alan Buchanan, naval architect 1922 – 2015". Yachting World. Retrieved January 16, 2019.
- ^ "Death of naval architect Alan Buchanan". Jersey Evening Post. February 18, 2015. Retrieved January 16, 2019.
- ^ "Halcyon 23 - Yachts and Yachting Review", Offshore Yacht Class Owners' Association, March 13, 1970, archived from the original on January 5, 2009