Topic & Content Published in 1994, this book is about the theoretical and philosophical concepts behind the study of history as past events and the
Author: Tim Migaki
I am a social studies teacher and a super-geek. I have two great passions in life: Japan and the sea. The first is the byproduct of spending over 15 years studying about Japan's language, culture, history, literature, and art. The second is due to the fact that I've spent too much time (10+ years) around sailors.
I read vociferously because reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body.
Other interests include: photography, science fiction, Star Wars, space stuff, jogging, martial arts.
Sailor Speak of the Week – Moor
Definition Verb To secure a vessel to a particular place (such as a pier or the seabed) using an anchor or ropes. Origin Probably earlier
Sailor Speak of the Week – Lateen
Definition Noun A triangular fore-and-aft sail on a long yard which is at deck level forward and high aft. Origin Probably earlier than the 18th
Book Review: Titans of the Seas by James & William Belote
Topic & Content Published in 1975, this book is an examination of aircraft carrier development and the major carrier operations and carrier battles of the
Sailor Speak of the Week – Kippage
Definition Noun All of the equipment and personnel of a vessel. Origin Possibly the 15th century. From Middle French, equipage, meaning the total equipment. Comments
Sailor Speak of the Week – Jury
Definition Adjective A temporary or makeshift fix of any damaged gear or equipment. Origin 15th century. Possibly from the Old French words, jornal, or jurnal,
