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A Time of Passing: Eight Bells for Fleet 72 and Bill Bruce (1935-2026)
A tribute to Bill Bruce (1935-2026) and the dissolution of Thistle Fleet 72 based in Memphis, Tennessee. The article includes a letter from the Delta Sailing Association announcing a donation of $7,183.69 to the Thistle Class, along with a personal narrative about fleet history dating to 1955. Bruce reflects on the golden era of Fleet 72 in the 1970s-80s, colorful sailors and memorable moments, and the recent challenges that led to the fleet's closure.
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