Frejgatina

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The frejgatina (plural frejgatini) is a traditional fishing boat from Malta, its name meaning "little frigate." [1] It is a small, carvel-built rowing boat. It is generally only used to travel between the shore and a larger boat anchored offshore. [2]

It is transom-sterned, open, and steered with two oars, although some modern boats have engines attached, to move the boat and/or operate the winch. [3] Some modern frejgatini are made with fibreglass instead of wood. [4]

Since 1935 frejgatini have raced in the annual Victory Day regatta. [5] [4]

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References

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  2. "A Quick guide to traditional Maltese Boats - International Marine Centre Ltd". international marine centre.
  3. Smylie, Mike (March 15, 2013). Traditional Fishing Boats of Europe. Amberley Publishing Limited. ISBN   9781445614342 via Google Books.
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  5. Camilleri, Valhmor (8 September 2022). "Cospicua secure memorable double in Victory Day Regatta". SportsDesk (Times of Malta).