$240.00
We’re Here | Star of the classic film “Captains Courageous”. Featured in the 1937 movie, based upon Kipling’s timeless classic, starring Spencer Tracy and Freddy Bartholemew. We’re Here depicts a Gloucester fishing schooner, designed to fish for cod on the Grand Banks fishing grounds. She is complete, down to the nested dories on her deck.
The ship We’re Here is a prominent feature in the novel Captains Courageous by Rudyard Kipling. It is a fishing vessel that plays a crucial role in the story, as it is where the main character, Harvey Cheyne, Jr., learns important life lessons and transforms from a spoiled, entitled boy to a responsible and humble young man. The ship is described as a ‘black schooner-rigged, well-found,’ with a crew of seasoned and hardworking fishermen. It is a sturdy and reliable ship, built for the rough and unpredictable seas of the North Atlantic.
This handsome, medium sized solid hull model is an excellent choice for the less experienced wooden ship modeler. The comprehensive instructions provide information for the more experienced modeler to add those telling details that mark the work of a creative craftsman. It is important to note that some pictured items may have been built with optional items not included as part of standard kits, such as pedestals, bases, cases, paint, etc. If there are any questions about the contents of a particular kit, please contact Bluejacket.
Paint Kit Contents:
Thinner (1 oz)
Clear
Primer
Flat Black
Flat White
Ocean Gray
British Crimson
Gold
Signalbraun
Euro Dark Green
RAF Middlestone
LOA: 23″
Scale: 1/8″
Finished Model: $2,600.00
The ship We’re Here is not just a means of transportation or a workplace for its crew, but it is also a home away from home. The crew members have a strong bond and sense of camaraderie, and the ship is their shared space where they spend months at a time. The captain, Disko Troop, runs a tight ship, but he is fair and highly respected by his crew. He takes pride in his vessel and ensures that it is always in top condition.
As Harvey is forced to join the crew of We’re Here after falling overboard from a luxury ocean liner, he is thrust into a completely different world. He is used to a life of luxury and privilege, but on the ship, he has to work hard and earn his keep like everyone else. The crew initially sees him as a burden, but as he proves his worth and adapts to life at sea, they begin to accept him as one of their own.
The ship We’re Here becomes a teacher for Harvey as he learns valuable lessons about hard work, perseverance, and the importance of community. He also learns about the dangers and unpredictability of the sea, and the bravery and sacrifice of the fishermen who risk their lives to provide for their families. The ship becomes a symbol of resilience and strength, as it weathers through storms and rough seas, always coming out on the other side.
The ship We’re Here is not just a physical vessel, but it also represents a way of life and a sense of purpose for its crew. They have a deep connection to the sea and to their work, and the ship is an extension of that. As Harvey spends more time on the ship, he begins to understand and appreciate this way of life, and he starts to form a bond with his fellow crewmates.
In the end, the ship We’re Here plays a pivotal role in Harvey’s transformation. It is where he learns the true meaning of hard work, humility, and the importance of family and community. It is also where he discovers his own strength and resilience, facing challenges and overcoming them alongside his newfound friends on the ship. The ship We’re Here is not just a vessel, but it is a character in its own right, shaping and molding the characters and the story in Captains Courageous.
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