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14-SEP-2013 © Gary Hebert

SNAME Propeller

Calgary, AB

Located along River Walk by Prince's Island Park.
This propeller symbolizes the Arctic marine community in Calgary.
It was given to the City by the Arctic section of the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (SNAME) in 1993, the Society's Centennial year.
Approximately 1.2 metres in diameter, the propeller served many years in the Arctic before it was donated to SNAME by Osborne Propellers of Vancouver, BC.
The Arctic Section of SNAME was started in Calgary in 1980 to support arctic activities.
The unique experience and expertise of Arctic Section members has gained international recognition.
Member skills have been used in the design and construction of some of the world’s most advanced ice breaking ships and arctic structures.
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Carol Rollins17-Sep-2013 13:10
It makes an interesting work of art. Great info Gary.
Bryan Murahashi17-Sep-2013 04:27
Very nice story and photo of this prop. V
Karen Stuebing16-Sep-2013 20:56
Nice piece of history on display. Great capture of this old propeller.
Buz Kiefer16-Sep-2013 20:06
Nice fine and interesting notes, Gary.
Clarence King16-Sep-2013 16:56
Very interesting. v
Neal Nye16-Sep-2013 10:57
An interesting description as well as a well-made image.
Graeme16-Sep-2013 10:32
Lovely lighting and details of this monument, Gary.BV