The article discusses the history of commercial fishing on Long Island, New York beginning in the 1800s. Tourists from New York City would take the Long Island Railroad to Long Island in order to experience the activities at the waterfront. The South Bay Boat Repair in Patchogue, Long Island was built in 1892 by the ship carpenter George Bishop. A variety of ships were built there, including warships during World War II, commercial fishing boats, and recreational boats.