The GPA operators manual indicates that the anchor was equipped with "6 ft.-1/4" Cable, attached". I presume this means that 1/4" wire cable (not chain) was attached to the anchor by a shackle going through a thimble on the cable. In that case there would have been another thimble at the other end to attach the 100' manila anchor rode by bowline or anchor bend knot. Perhaps the manual's description was inaccurate, however, and chain was used. Does anyone have a photo of original configuration or other documentation to show what would be "correct".
Thanks for any insight.
Cable for GPA anchor
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Cable for GPA anchor
David Olasov
Brooklyn, NY
GPA 3936 (date of delivery 12/12/42)
Brooklyn, NY
GPA 3936 (date of delivery 12/12/42)
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