John Rousmaniere

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John Rousmaniere
Born	(1944-03-10) 10 March 1944 (age 80) Louisville, Kentucky, U.S.
Education	Columbia University Union Theological Seminary
Occupation(s)	Author, editor, historian
Known for	Sailing, yachting, and historical writing

John Pierce Rousmaniere is an American writer and author of 30 historical. technical, and instructional books on sailing, yachting history, New York history, business history, and the histories of clubs, businesses, and other organizations. An authority on seamanship and boating safety, he has conducted tests of equipment and sailing skills and led or participated in fact-finding inquiries into boating accidents. He has been presented with several awards for his writing and his contributions to boating safety and seamanship.