Comm. Frank Snyder

Frank V. Snyder, age 83, passed away yesterday at home in Martha's Vineyard. Current NYYC Commodore George Hinman Jr called him a "visionary" NYYC Commodore (1988-90). Comm. Snyder played a key role in that club's first-ever (since 1851) challenge for the Cup in 1987 at Fremantle, W.A., and was a key supporter of and advisor to those who drafted the original AC "Protocol" (1988) -- as well as the signatory on behalf of NYYC -- during the controversial "Big Boat vs. Catamaran" defense. He also spearheaded the purchase of Harbour Court, NYYC's magnificent shoreside clubhouse in Newport, RI. Well known to many in the Cup community, Comm. Snyder will be missed.