Batkivshchyna sailed the world to promote Ukraine and was severely damaged in New Zealand. Repaired then a Hurricane/Cyclone destroyed all the sails while sailing to Australia. Captain Biriukovych sold the original ship in Australia.
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The Discover Ukraine Expedition was conceived over many years just because of one man's love of his country. It was just natural to call his 100 foot Gaff Schooner Batkivshchyna (Fatherland) because of the passion...
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Help us finish the NEW Batkivshchyna so the world can Discover Ukraine!
Please become a friend of "Discover Ukraine for $200.00 and get a chance to sail on Batkivshchyna with us during a Parade of Sail."
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