The document discusses four Savannah Belles Ferry boats named after influential women in Savannah's history. It provides details on each woman, including Juliette Gordon Low who founded the Girl Scouts, Susie King Taylor who was a nurse for black soldiers after gaining freedom from slavery, Florence Martus known as the "Waving Girl" who greeted ships for 44 years, and Mary Musgrove who served as an interpreter during Savannah's founding.

1. FERRY BOAT
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2. SAVANNAH BELLES FERRY BOAT
* Modern, passenger-only ferries,
reminiscent of vessels seen in the
harbor a century ago
• Named for Savannah’s “Belles”—
strong women who shaped the
city’s history
• We have the Juliette Gordon Low,
the Susie King Taylor, the Florence
Martus, and our newest Belle, the
Mary Musgrove.

6.  Juliette Gordon Low
 Juliette Gordon Low (1860-1927) founded the first American Girl Scout troops in 1912, in her hometown of Savannah, GA. The
Girl Scouts are committed to promoting strong leadership and decision-making skills among young women.
 Susie King Taylor
 Susie King Taylor (1848-1912) lived in Savannah and gained her freedom from slavery at the age 14. She contributed to Civil
efforts by serving as a nurse to the black soldiers and by teaching them to read and write. She opened one of Savannah’s first
schools for African-American children.
 Florence Martus
 Florence Martus (1868-1943), known in Savannah as the ‘Waving Girl,’ was the daughter of an ordnance sergeant at Fort
who took it upon herself to become the unofficial greeter of ships into Savannah. Legend has it that not a single ship came in
port without her waving her white handkerchief or lantern at it during a 44 year span. Her statue continues to greet visitors to
the port from Morrell Park on the riverfront.
 Mary Musgrove
 Mary Musgrove (1700-1765), a Native American, served as an interpreter for General Oglethorpe during the founding of
Savannah. She played a crucial role in negotiations with Tomochichi and the Creek Indians, convincing them to peacefully
the new colony in their territory.