Ruth Patterson
A blog about Henry Robb's Ltd. Shipbuilders and repairers from 1918 to 1984 at Leith.
All comments, corrections and extra information very welcome as this blog is the starting point towards my writing a book about the yaird, the workers and the ships of Robb's.
My personal interest? The Henry Robb who started the firm was my great grandfather.
Henry Robb Shipyard
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Speybuilt by Jim Skelton – A book review
It’s funny how information pops out the woodwork when people find out you have an interest in shipyards! A close friend of mine entrusted one of her family treasures to me for a few weeks, and although it is not … Continue reading →
Posted in British Shipbuilding, Scottish Shipbuilding, Scottish Shipyards, Shipbuilding, Shipyards, Speyside
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