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These seven boats have illustrious histories.

By Allison Williams Illustrations by Jane Sherman 5/29/2019 at 9:00am Published in the June/July 2019 issue of Seattle Met

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South Lake Union, Seattle Police Department, Shilshole, Elliott Bay, Mohai, Seattle History, Boats
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