FAIRHAVEN, MA (March 19, 2009) – Approximately 185 people had the opportunity to listen to a presentation by a scallop fishing boat captain who described the business from a unique perspective.
Justin Tonnessen captain of the 99 foot Ambassador, was the guest of the Fairhaven Historical Society, Inc. for the presentation at the Fairhaven Town Hall Friday evening.
The 31 year old captain detailed some of the history of the boat yards and shops that are intregal parts of the fishing industry in Fairhaven.
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