Bounty

Bounty is an English sailboat name. Meaning “generosity”.

It was a sailing ship of the British Navy, which in the 18th century suffered one of the most famous mutinys in the history of navigation. This fact was popularized by literature and cinema.

The ship was ordered to travel to Tahiti for a shipment of breadfruit plants. Due to a strong storm it was delayed and had to be in port for several months until the next harvest. During this period the sailors enjoyed a pleasant life and began some relationships with the women of the island. At the time of leaving again, the captain had great problems to restore discipline. Finally, after several days of sailing, the crew revolted.