More L’Hermione Arrives in the Sixth Boro

So I’m going to do at least three posts on L’Hermione.

L’Hermione passes in front of the classic Bayonne Bridge

Escort tug James Turecamo closes in.

Notice the bow light of NY Media Boat.

Docking pilot prepares to board

The final leg to South Street Seaport Pier 15.

What is the technical name for the white sheet on James’ bow?

Incoming vessels flanked by Fort William and a Staten Island ferry

Crew takes to the rigging

I missed photos of the perfect smoke rings in the salute.

Pier 15’s design allows a large welcome party.

Can someone explain the uniforms of the two sailors, one playing the cornemuse . . . ok, bagpipes?

It seems that James‘ 92’ loa doesn’t quite work here.  Can anyone identify the flag below the Stars and Stripes and above the French tricoleur?

Heaving lines finally all to the pier.

And the word for tomorrow’s post–or if I have time–later today is Hennessey.

All photos by Will Van Dorp, with many thanks to  NY Media boat.   Here’s the story from the NYTimes.  And here’s what’s happening Saturday, July 4.