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404 years on, welcome back: The Godspeed's crew retraces part of Bartholomew Gosnold's 1602 path through New England.
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Daily Press (Newport News, VA)
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July 30, 2006
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Byline: Victor Reklaitis
Jul. 30--NEWPORT, R.I. -- Thanks to the original Godspeed's captain, the replica ship's crew enjoyed a warm welcome at a small New England island along its route. With the newest Godspeed docked last week at the final port on its tour, crew members said highlights of the journey included a reception at Cuttyhunk Island, the ship's speediness and a stop at Plymouth, Mass., a place that often overshadows the Jamestown settlement. A 13-membe...
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