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Who was the author who wrote Ships sail East and ships sail West?
Type your answer here... Edgar A. Guest
What type of pirates was officially licensed by a soverign nation to raid and seize goods carried by the ships of hostile nations?
They were known as Privateers.
What is the first sail on a ship called?
The first sail on a ship is typically called the "fore sail" or "main sail," depending on the type of vessel. In traditional sailing ships, the fore sail is the first sail set at the front of the ship, while the main sail is the largest and is usually rigged on the main mast. These sails are crucial for catching wind and propelling the ship forward.
What is the largest sail on a ship?
The largest sail on a ship is typically the mainsail, particularly on traditional sailing vessels like square-rigged ships. On these ships, the mainsail can be quite extensive, often made up of multiple panels and extending from the mainmast. In modern sailing vessels, the term "largest sail" can also refer to the spinnaker, which is a large, balloon-like sail used for sailing downwind. The specific size can vary significantly depending on the type of vessel and its rigging.
How did the Greeks sail their ships?
They sailed primarily along the coasts. Their voyages were recorded in the type of document called Periplus.
What did privateers wear during the revolutionary war?
American and French privateers did not wear uniforms, they wore "civilian" type clothing of that era. Loose fitting pants and shirts.
What type of pirate was licensed by a sovereign nation to raid and seize goods carried by the ships of hostile nations?
A privateer. Technically a privateer was not a pirate, as they were still under orders from a specific nation, and could only attack ships which flew a flag for which they had a letter or marque. However, many privateers did eventually turn to piracy.
How long to sail from NY to England in 1776?
In 1776, the journey by sail from New York to England typically took about six to eight weeks, depending on weather conditions, the type of vessel, and the route taken. Ships relied on wind patterns and could face delays due to storms or calm seas. Faster ships might make the crossing in as little as four weeks, while slower vessels could take longer. Overall, the duration was highly variable.
What type of energry was used to sail the ships?
Previous to the invention of steam power - wind power was the most common energy used to sail a ship. This worked by catching accelerated air within the sails foil and thereby pushing the ship along.
Can a cruise-ship enter the antarctica?
Ships that sail in Antarctic waters are not the high-density cruise ships you see in commercials. They are hull-reinforced ships, usually, decommissioned ice-breaker-type vessels. Their passenger load is significantly less than large commercial cruise ships, generally less than 100 souls.
What type of ship did Magellan sail on?
Of the five ships in Magellans fleet, four were Carracks and one was a Caravel. The carracks were Victoria, San Antonio, Santiago and Concepcion. The flagship Trinidad was a caravel.
What type of pirate is officially licensed by sovereign nation to reign and seize goods carried by the ships of hostile nation?
A privateer. Technically a privateer was not a pirate, as they were still under orders from a specific nation, and could only attack ships which flew a flag for which they had a letter or marque. However, many privateers did eventually turn to piracy.
