Gorch Fock Model Ship Kit German Sailing Training – Occre (15003)
The Gorch Fock German Sailing Training Ship Model Ship Kit is manufactured by Occre Model Ship Kits & Occre Model Boat Kits. They use high quality materials, made with precision and a great degree of detail. To ensure easy, enjoyable ship model kit assembly, all Occre wooden Ship Model Kits are accompanied by detailed instructions, subdivided into assembly stages with full colour photographs. The kit includes wooden parts and the hull is single layer planked.
History of the Gorch Fock German Sailing Training Ship
The present day Gorch Fock is the cadet training ship of the German Navy.
She was built at the Blohm and Voss shipyard in Hamburg, based on the plans for the previous version, built in 1933. She was launched on 23rd August 1958 and is based at the port of the city of Kiel.
She regularly participates in events organized by the Sail Training Association.