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In November of 1948 the first 3 scout cutters launched, built by Seacraft[http://www.mmsc.co.nz/history.htm]. | In November of 1948 the first 3 scout cutters launched, built by Seacraft[http://www.mmsc.co.nz/history.htm]. | ||
Hugh J. Eaton JP became skipper in December 1949; over the next two years the current scarf design was adopted and “The Ship” was extended as the group grew. | Hugh J. Eaton JP became skipper in December 1949; over the next two years the current scarf design was adopted and “The Ship” was extended as the group grew. | ||
In 1950 the ship (as the sea scouts call their scout den) was extended further forward. Sadly on the 21st of July 1952 a disastrous fire swept the ship with almost total loss of building and gear.Rebuilding commenced immediately, the troop continued to meet every week without fail. The new and current scout den was opened on Saturday 17th October 1953 by Sir John Allum, who was the incumbent | In 1950 the ship (as the sea scouts call their scout den) was extended further forward. Sadly on the 21st of July 1952 a disastrous fire swept the ship with almost total loss of building and gear.Rebuilding commenced immediately, the troop continued to meet every week without fail. The new and current scout den was opened on Saturday 17th October 1953 by Sir John Allum, who was the incumbent Mayor of Auckland. Hugh eventually became a Sea Scout Commissioner within Scouting New Zealand. | ||
== Ladies Auxiliary == | == Ladies Auxiliary == | ||
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