PBR 6927                                                    Proud*Brave*Reliable
     
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The Story of the acquisition and restoration of a Vietnam War era PBR MKII Navy River Patrol Boat, PBR 31RP6927
PBR 6927 Launching at Brown's Marina on Yellow Creek
Initial launch day, Aug 2010. The LST has already departed Evansville and is on her way to Pittsburgh
2011 Launch with redesigned trailer.
An afternoon shakedown cruise.
Me in red, John Johnston and Sheriff Fred Abdalla who provided escort.
Checking pump seals before unhooking.
She actually floats! There's a bonus!
Waiting to meet our escort. No time for permit!
Starboard engine cooling discharge.
Note the RR bridge near center of photo.
Note the RR bridge getting closer.
RR bridge behind us. What a rush!
Entering Yellow Creek