John Winspear
Shipbuilder
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John Winspear (1816 – 1874) was a ship builder in Hartlepool, England.
Life and career
Born in Whitby in 1816 John Winspear set up his business in Hartlepool. Based in Middleton, Winspear's yard boasted a gridiron and patent slipway.[1][2][3][4][5][6]
In an advertisement, Winspear described himself as a "shipwright, blacksmith", saying he was "always in readiness for raising sunken ships, and getting them off when stranded."[1]
Winspear was known for his workmanship and he built five wooden sailing ships, mostly small vessels, the last being the 55.5ft schooner Ellis, launched in 1858.[2][4]
Winspear was afflicted by poor mental health and died in 1874 in the County Asylum.[4]