1971 Press Photo Chay Blyth on round the world yacht

Chay Blyth gets a Royal Welcome after his round the world voyage: Chay Blyth, the lone wrong way round the world yachtsman, was given a royal welcome when he arrived at Hamble, Southampton today. in his 59ft ketch, British Steel at the end of his 30,000 mile, 293 day voyage. At Hamble to great him were Prince Philip, Prince Charles, Princess Anne and the Minister, Mr. Heath. Photo shows Chay Blith pictured on board his boat British Steel, on arrival at Hamble Today

Photo measures 8 x 10 inches.

Photo is dated 8-6-1971.



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