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Bluenose

The Bluenose is a famous Canadian fishing and racing schooner, originally built in 1921 in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. Renowned for its speed and elegance, the Bluenose symbolizes Canadian maritime heritage. It successfully raced against other tall ships and became a national icon, featured on the Canadian dime. The original vessel was retired in the 1940s but remains a symbol of Canada’s proud nautical history, inspiring replicas and a lasting cultural legacy. The Bluenose represents resilience, craftsmanship, and the connection between Canadians and their oceans.