Record #:

15189

Author(s):

Saunders, Keith

Abstract:

A moth boat was a small class of sailing boat that was small and cheap and able to maneuver in shallow waters. Captain Joel Van Sant built the first moth boat in 1929. Moth boats quickly gained popularity and Elizabeth City became headquarters for their construction.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 6 Issue 22, Oct 1938, p5, 28, il

Subject(s):

Boats and boating--Elizabeth City; Moth boat