National/International Club History
The
Propeller Club was conceived in 1922 and the Propeller Club,
Port of New York, was organized January 24, 1923. On November
7, 1927, the Propeller Club of the United States as a national
and international organization was formed, with individual
member clubs designated as “Ports”. The Port of Louisville
Chapter was founded in 1947.
The
membership comprises a cross section of the marine and maritime
industry and those interested in the preservation, development,
and safety on the Ohio “River. “Propeller” in the name refers
to the propulsion of ships and is symbolic of the driving force
required for Americans to appreciate an adequate,
privately-owned, Merchant Marine for both overseas and domestic
commerce.
The
“American Merchant Marine” as interpreted by the Propeller Club
includes all American flag commercial craft-on the oceans in
both foreign and coastwise service, the Great Lakes and our
inland waterways.
Mission Statement
To promote a spirit of friendship and
common purpose among persons engaged in the American Merchant
Marine allied industries, and the general boating public.
