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The History of Shipbuilding in Marystown, NL, Canada
Hot Spot: The Ada A Petite

 
Ada A Petite (formerly General Burstall) being rebuilt.
1 of 7 		Ada A Petite, prior to launch.
2 of 7 		Ada A Petite - Driving in wedges to launch the ship.
3 of 7 		Ada A Petite being launched - using a method known as 'sliding down the ways.'
4 of 7 		The Ada A Petite, rebuilt in Marystown.
5 of 7 		Ada A Petite, being towed off by a coastal boat.
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Ada A Petite, after launch.
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