Robert Waterman
Robert H. Waterman, (March 4, 1808 - August 8, 1884), known as 'Bully Waterman' or 'Bully Bob Waterman', was an American merchant sea captain. He set three sailing speed records; his time of 74 days from Hong Kong to New York City has never been bettered in a sail-powered vessel. He was reputed as a martinet, and was once convicted of assault against a crewman in a controversial California criminal case.
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Alias (AKA) | Bully Bob Waterman Bully Waterman |
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Birth date | March 04, 1808 |
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Date of death | August 08, 1884 |
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