Definition Noun (AKA tarp) A heavy canvas or synthetic material sheet used for various purposes. Origin Probably earlier than the 17th century. The word paulin,
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.
Book Review: Battle At Sea by R.G. Grant
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
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
