Nathanael Greene Herreshoff (1848-1938) USA
Nathanael Greene Herreshoff (named after General Nathanael Greene) American naval architect-mechanical engineer. “Captain Nat,” as he was known, revolutionized yacht design, and produced a succession of undefeated America’s Cup defenders between 1893–1920. Born: March 18, 1848, Bristol, Rhode Island * Died: June 2, 1938, Bristol, Rhode Island (aged 90) * Spouse(s): Clara Anna DeWolf, Ann …