Tragic death of John Cobb during water speed record attempt on Loch Ness recalled during 70th anniversary exhibition
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The tragic death of John Cobb during his water speed record attempt on Loch Ness has been recalled 70 years on.
The adventurer died on September 29, 1952 when his jet-powered Crusader disintegrated seconds after he became the first man to break the 200mph barrier on water.
An exhibition, Remembering John Cobb, was held at Glen Urquhart Hall, Drumnadrochit, and underlined the deep affection which developed between the community and the quietly-spoken adventurer.
It was opened by Richard Noble who was inspired to set a new world land speed record of 633mph in October 1983.
Mr Noble and his wife, Shirley, also attended a wreath-laying ceremony at the John Cobb memorial cairn near Drumnadrochit.
Others present included representatives from Glenurquhart Rural Community Association plus boat operator Gordon Menzies who knew John Cobb and remembers the ill fated event.
New images recall Loch Ness tragedy
The two-day exhibition, organised by the Glenurquhart Heritage Group and Mr Menzies, featured displays and presentations. Funds raised will go to the cairn’s upkeep.
