Quote of the day
A great deal of talent is lost to the world for the want of a little courage. Every day sends to their graves a number of obscure men who have only remained obscure because their timidity has prevented them from making a first effort.
John Rousmaniere
Born: 1944 (age 82)
Bio: John Rousmaniere is an American writer, sailor and author of 30 historical. technical, and instructional books on sailing, yachting history, New York history, business history, and clubs.
Known for:
- The Annapolis Book of Seamanship (1983)
- Fastnet, Force 10 (1980)
- The illustrated dictionary of boating terms (1998)








