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How did smaller vessels sleep their crew and how long would a voyage be during the Age of Sail?

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What practical purpose did the flared shape of the stalhelm serve?

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Is there any truth to the "ancient" sea shanty mentioned in Starship Troopers?

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During the mid to late 18th century through the Napoleonic Wars, were bronze naval cannon still considered a prestigious symbol of wealth and power?

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Are there any actual historical examples of pirates (or others) using black sails on their ships?

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What did the members of the Franklin expedition hope to accomplish by placing the two notes in the stone cairn? Was a second expedition expected?

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
How did smaller vessels sleep their crew and how long would a voyage be during the Age of Sail?	13
What practical purpose did the flared shape of the stalhelm serve?	11
Is there any truth to the "ancient" sea shanty mentioned in Starship Troopers?	6
During the mid to late 18th century through the Napoleonic Wars, were bronze naval cannon still considered a prestigious symbol of wealth and power?	2
Are there any actual historical examples of pirates (or others) using black sails on their ships?	1
What did the members of the Franklin expedition hope to accomplish by placing the two notes in the stone cairn? Was a second expedition expected?	1