Today, March 26th, marks the openining of the 2007 season for the Boston Duck Boat Tours . This is a unique way to see Boston. From either of the two starting locations, in front of the Museum of Science or the Prudential Center, you will experience an historical tour of Boston by land and "sea" (the Charles River)! Originally built during WWII as an amphibious vehicle, its' original name DUKW is based on its classification:
D - the model year of it conception, 1942
U - the body style, utility (amphibious)
K - the all wheel drive
W - dual rear axle.
Moved through the water by a single propeller, these vehicles/vessels are driven/ captained by licensed drivers who are also Coast Guard licensed Captains.
You can find more information about their history at the site of The United States Army Transportation Museum .
There is also an interesing article about them in the Encyclopedia Britannica .
A Google search on the term DUKW will provide you with links to restoration sites and more, and for more pictures of old and restored DUCKS .
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