Game Cock (clipper)
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NameGame Cock
OwnerDaniel C. Bacon, Boston, MA
BuilderSamuel Hall, East Boston, MA
LaunchedDec. 21, 1850
 1924 heliogravure print, after a painting by A. Clive Edwards | |
| History | |
|---|---|
 United States | |
| Name | Game Cock |
| Owner | Daniel C. Bacon, Boston, MA |
| Builder | Samuel Hall, East Boston, MA |
| Launched | Dec. 21, 1850 |
| Out of service | Feb. 1880 |
| Fate | Condemned Feb. 1880 at the Cape of Good Hope |
| Notes | “Designed by Samuel H. Pook or Samuel Hall (disputed)” |
| General characteristics | |
| Tons burthen | 1391 tons |
| Length | 200 ft (61 m) LOA |
| Beam | 40 ft (12 m) |
| Draft | 22 ft (6.7 m) |
| Notes | 2 decks [1] |
The Game Cock was a clipper ship known for its long sailing life of 29 years and 2 months.[1] Its principal route was the New York to San Francisco run.
A game cock with neck extended served as the ship's figurehead. Game Cock was considered either a medium or extreme clipper,[2] Its materials were similar to the Surprise.[3]
It was built by S. Hall of East Boston, after being commissioned by Captain Daniel C. Bacon, a retired sailor and successful merchant.[4]