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John McGillivray

31-10-04 14:12

Christina O

Hello All,

I have just seen on Discovery Channel that the Onassis yacht “Christina” was rebuild and re-named as the “Christina O”

The "Christina” had begun life in 1943 as the Canadian River Class Frigate, HMCS Stormont (K327). Onassis purchased her in 1948 for just $34,000 and converted her during the early 1950’s into a private yacht, at the cost of more than $4 million.

A little bit of useless information to pass your time.

RHClarke

01-11-04 00:07

CHRISTINA O

For the sharpe-eyed ones, you would have noticed a CMP on the dock just behind Mr. Onassis (two shots in fact).

R

Hanno Spoelstra

01-11-04 13:11

Re: Christina O

Quote:

Originally posted by John McGillivray
Onassis purchased her in 1948 for just $34,000 and converted her during the early 1950’s into a private yacht, at the cost of more than $4 million.

Fascinating, it can be enjoyed for a daily rate of $45000. What about a MLU cruise? :D

H.

Geoff Winnington-Ball (RIP)

01-11-04 13:43

Re: Hanno

Harrumph... without guns or depthcharge racks, what fun could that possibly be? Mind you, things could get interesting when the Yeoman pipes 'Up Spirits'... :D

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