Matthew R Brackley

The Golden Light Matthew R Brackley

Is the story of a Clipper ship in 1853 In the building of her in South Boston In her sailing and in her loss. Such a beautiful ship. The great expectations. She was built for the California gold rush, like so many others. The launching and sailing south towards Cape Horn. She was unusual in the care taken in her construction. Every aspect of her was of quality. Built by Messrs E and HO Briggs, builders of the Winged Arrow and the beautiful Southern Cross. This is my interpretation in verse of her story. I have been strangely drawn to her. Perhaps I have touched her rail.....