Definition Noun Verb Origin (First definition) 15th century. Originally from the Latin word puppim, meaning the after section of a ship. Then via French, Italian,
Month: September 2022
Book Review: The Battle of Leyte Gulf by H.P. Willmott
Topic & Content Published in 2005, this book is an examination of the Battle of Leyte Gulf that occurred in October 1944. The book is
Sailor Speak of the Week – Orlop
Definition Noun The lowest full-length deck of early sailing ships. Origin 15th century. From the Dutch word, overlope, meaning overlap, and then from Middle English.
Visiting the USS Iowa Battleship Museum
In late August 2022, I took a short trip down to Los Angeles to do some sightseeing. One of the places on my itinerary was
Sailor Speak of the Week – Noggin
Definition Noun A tub, usually made from an old keg or cask. A drinking mug. Origin Probably the 17th century from Gaelic. Comments A simple
What are the Trade Winds and the Doldrums?
Definition of Trade Winds Simply put, trade winds are winds that reliably blow east to west in roughly 30-degree bands north and south of the
Fair Winds & Following Seas 