Gitana (yacht)

Gitana is a classic yacht built in 1936 after plans of American Naval Architect John Alden.

Gitana was built by Nunes Bros Shipbuilders in Sausalito, California for Richard Danforth, an American civil engineer and inventor of a popular, patented lightweight anchor.

Originally drawn as a Bermuda rigged sloop, John Alden's design number 630 represents the architects modern type, in contrast to his successful series of gaff-rigged schooners.

Hull construction is 5/4 inch Mahogany carvel planking over white oak centerline and steam-bent frames.

In 1961, the boat was acquired by Coast Guard Captain Ernest Burt Jr of Annapolis.