Red and White Fleet records, ca. 1979-1999.

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Red and White Fleet records, ca. 1979-1999.

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Red and White Fleet (Firm)

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The San Francisco Bay cruise line Red & White Fleet was founded in 1892 when 17-year-old boatman Thomas Crowley invested $80 in a used Whitehall boat. He transported goods, supplies and people 22 hours a day and soon expanded his fleet. The new business was incorporated as the Crowley Launch and Tugboat Company in 1906. While many ferry services halted operations after the 1906 earthquake, Crowley's continued and, even, increased. He expanded his business by purchasing the Piper-Aden company...