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Old ships navigated and sailed against the wind in the past by using a technique called tacking. This involved sailing in a zigzag pattern, changing the angle of the sails to catch the wind from different directions. By doing this, ships were able to make progress against the wind. Additionally, navigators used tools like compasses, maps, and celestial navigation to determine their position and course.

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