R.G. Grant has authored a number of books on similar subjects, such as Battle, Warrior, Commanders, and Flight. All of these are large-format, coffee table-style
Month: May 2021
Sailor Speak of the Week – Strike
Definition Verb To take down or put below. To qualify for a rating (occupation). Origin Probably earlier than the 17th century. From Middle English (and
Interpretation in History
Interpretation is one of those words we hear about all the time. Events, data, and pictures are interpreted. Similarly, there are a lot of vague
Sailor Speak of the Week – Tiller
Definition Noun A bar that works as a level to turn the rudder. Origin Probably earlier than the 15th century. From Middle English, telian, Anglo-Norse
Book Review: The Atlas of Ship Wrecks & Treasure by Nigel Pickford
While I’ve reviewed atlases and other reference books from cover to cover before, I don’t do it often given the fairly dry nature of reading
Sailor Speak of the Week – Sea Room
Definition Noun The required space for a vessel to maneuver safely. Origin 16th century. Comments It should go without saying that most vessels don’t exactly
Fair Winds & Following Seas 