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The purpose of this blog is to document the construction of a new batteau and the execution of our ambitious plan to retrace the intended James River and Kanawah Canal line. We are undertaking this task in commemoration of the Bi-Centennial of Chief Justice John Marshall's 1812 river survey, which explored a critical transportion corridor still in use today. This is our tribute to the bold men whose steadfast resolve to establish commercial links across the rugged and unforgiving Appalachian Mountains helped make this Nation what it is today.
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www.vacanals.org for more information regarding the James River Batteau Festival and the Virginia Canals & Navigations Society. Without these institutions, this expedition would not be possible.May 2013 S M T W T F S « May 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Categories
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Nose Cones Get Started
With the cap rails nailed into place, the next step is to build the nose cones. Nose cones are arguably both the most difficult part of a batteau to build, and the most critical to its success. Essentially, the … Continue reading
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Stem Boards In Place
Now that the ribs are in position on the jig, it is time to lay the stem boards. These 3 1/2”x6” beams serve as the foundation for the nosecone, and come off the center line of the boat perpendicular to … Continue reading
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