High Point in Guilford County, North Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
Willis Howard "Willis" Slane
April 21, 1921 - September 8, 1965
A High Point Hero
Boating industry revolutionized by his believe that large hulls could be made of fiberglass, which was considered impossible. Chose this site in landlocked High Point to found Hatteras Yacht because of its skilled furniture craftsmen. 41-foot boat, "Knit Wits," successfully launched 1960. As teen-ager, inspired by Lindbergh to become pilot. By 21 was Army Air Corps's youngest instructor. President, Slane Hosiery Mills.Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Air & Space • Education • Industry & Commerce • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 1960.
Location. 35° 57.417′ N, 80° 0.264′ W. Marker is in High Point, North Carolina, in Guilford County. Marker is on South Wrenn Street just south of East High Avenue, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 101 S Wrenn St, High Point NC 27260, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. February 11, 1960 (within shouting distance of this marker); Woolworth Students' Sit-in (within shouting distance of this marker); The Ragan and Mills Building (about 300 feet away, measured
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