Jachtclub Schiedam

De Jachtclub Schiedam was founded as an association by Hr. Dagevos, Hr. Melchers and Hr. Jurgens on October 22, 1927 as “Watersportvereniging Schiedam” in the port of Wilhelmina (also called “Oude Spuihaven”). Its goal was to promote water sports by conducting club trips and organizing mutual competitions. In 1928, the association also became the owner of the ports and buildings after taking over Gebr. Fear Because of the financial crisis of the 1920s, it was already difficult to make ends meet, so it can be assumed that the early members of the association were wealthy people, such as doctors, notables, or site owners. construction.