Episode 2 of 3
First Sailing
- When
- 4 January 1803
- Where
- Forth and Clyde Canal in Glasgow
The Charlotte Dundas made its first sailing on the canal in Glasgow on 4 January 1803, with Lord Dundas on board.
The vessel, named in honour of Lord Dundas's daughter, was built at Grangemouth. The first sailing occurred on 4 January 1803, with Lord Dundas and a few relatives and friends on board. This event marked the beginning of the boat's operational history on the Forth and Clyde Canal.
Sources
- Charlotte Dundas Wikipedia, revision of 2026-01-21
- William Symington Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-14
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