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| 12 Aug 2025 | |
| Written by Robin Knight | |
| OP News |
In Topmast Magazine’s 55th edition, OP Robin Knight uncovers the remarkable journey of the Nautical College Pangbourne’s founder, a man who earned a peerage, shaped the shipping industry, and dedicated his later years to maritime education and charity. Robin charts how Devitt’s vision shaped generations of officers for both the Merchant and Royal Navies, leaving a legacy that continues to steer the course of Britain’s seafaring tradition.
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