Blessing of the Fleet launches Southport's summer season
Residents launched Southport's summer season today with the Blessing of the Fleet, an annual event to wish sailors a good and safe journey.The annual ceremony and parade dates back to Colonial America.
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Jun 16, 2012, 9:47 PM
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Residents launched Southport's summer season today with the Blessing of the Fleet, an annual event to wish sailors a good and safe journey.The annual ceremony and parade dates back to Colonial America. Many Southport residents say the Blessing of the Fleet is a celebration of both tradition and community.
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