John Peck (naval architect)

John Peck (June 12, 1725 Boston – May 3, 1790 Boston) was an American merchant and naval architect of the 18th century.[1] He had been trained as a merchant, and as apprentice in that matter had served at sea as supercargo for a few voyages. Having become interested in naval architecture while studying mathematics in school, the experiences of observing ships at sea furthered that interest. It would appear, however, that his designing of ships was more of a hobby, compared to his main trade as a successful merchant. Additionally, he was appointed inspector of saltpeter in Watertown, Massachusetts, around the time the American Revolution started.[2]

John Peck was married to Hannah Jackson, died 1770, with whom he had a son, William, born in 1763.[3]

  1. ^ Howard I. Chapelle: The History Of American Sailing Ships. New York: W. W. Norton & Company, Inc. 1935
  2. ^ H. I. Chapelle: The History Of American Sailing Ships. Republished New York: Bonanza Books, 1982, p. 138
  3. ^ H. I. Chapelle: The History Of American Sailing Ships. Republished New York: Bonanza Books, 1982, p. 142