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DE HCR70
Concurrent Resolution
Status
4/12/2022
Primary Sponsor
Stephanie Bolden
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AI Summary
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Designates April 26, 2022, as "Kalmar Nyckel, Tall Ship Day" in Delaware.
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The original Kalmar Nyckel sailed from Sweden in 1638 and landed at the Rocks (now Fort Christina Historic Park) carrying Peter Minuit and the first permanent European settlers to establish New Sweden in the Delaware Valley.
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The Kalmar Nyckel Foundation built a recreation of the original ship, launched in 1997, to preserve and promote Delaware's cultural and maritime heritage through education programs.
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The reconstructed Kalmar Nyckel serves as Delaware's maritime ambassador, visited by thousands and featured in publications to raise awareness of the state.
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Marks the 25th anniversary of the Kalmar Nyckel's launch.
Legislative Description
Designating April 26, 2022, As Kalmar Nyckel, Tall Ship Day In The State Of Delaware.
Last Action
Passed By Senate. Votes: 20 YES 1 ABSENT
4/12/2022