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Hervey Garrett Smith 1896 – 1979

Hervey Garrett Smith (1896-1979). Born in Bayport on January 17, 1896, was an American author, artist, and activist for the maritime community.

Graduate of Pratt Institute of New York

Flight instructor during World War I

Created many illustrations for sailing magazines and the National Geographic magazine. The National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. holds the largest collection of Mr. Smith’s paintings.

Wrote and illustrated the following books: The Racing Sailor's Bible; The Small Boat Sailor's Bible; How to Choose a Sailboat; The Marlinspike Sailor; Arts of the Sailor; Boat Carpentry

Hervey Garrett Smith died on November 12, 1979 after a brief illness.