“ Knowing the Ropes ”
The Age of Sail is that period from around 1570 to about 1860 when ships with sails were used for travel, trade, and fighting in wars. The vessels were operated by a complex series of ropes that controlled the mechanisms and pulleys that operated the sails, harnessing the wind, and powering the ...
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  • Robert G Edited a year ago

    The Spanish ship, Nuestra Señora de la Santísima Trinidad, was a warship with 112 guns and was reputed to be the largest of its day when placed into… more

    The Spanish ship, Nuestra Señora de la Santísima Trinidad, was a warship with 112 guns and was reputed to be the largest of its day when placed into service in 1779. The ship had a crew of 1,100 officers and seamen. I’ve included a link below for anyone interested in knowing more of the history of this vessel.   

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spanish_ship_Nuestra_Señora_de_la_Santísima_Trinidad

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  • Loretta Hubbard Edited a year ago

    Great shot. I didn't know it was a model until I read your description. I appreciate the history lesson. I wonder how this would look in B&W.

    Great shot. I didn't know it was a model until I read your description. I appreciate the history lesson. I wonder how this would look in B&W.

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  • Theresa Koorey Edited a year ago

    Such an intricate system. Thanks for sharing the history. Great shot

    Such an intricate system. Thanks for sharing the history. Great shot

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