White Heather
White Heather is a single screw motor yacht of design number 144, created by A. Mylne & Co. in 1907. She was built by McAllister of Dumbarton that same year. With a waterline length of 36.5 feet and a beam of 9.25 feet, White Heather represented the motor yacht designs emerging in the early twentieth century. The current whereabouts and status of the vessel are not known.
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Historical Context
White Heather's design in 1907 places her at a pivotal moment in yacht design history. A. Mylne & Co., established in 1896, was developing expertise across both sailing and motor yachts as the industry underwent fundamental transformation. The early years of the twentieth century saw increasing demand for motor-powered vessels, and designs such as White Heather demonstrate how the firm adapted its practice to contemporary requirements. McAllister of Dumbarton was part of the network of Scottish shipyards that contributed to A. Mylne & Co.'s reputation. The design office's ability to work with local builders on projects ranging from small motor yachts to larger vessels reinforced its position as a leading Scottish yacht design practice during its formative period.