Also spelled weather gauge The weather gage refers to how two ships are positioned relative to each other in relation to the direction of the
Tag: Maritime History
Book Review: Ships by Enzo Angelucci & Attilio Cucari
A single-volume world history focusing on the development of vessels from prehistoric times to the 1970s. The majority of the book is surprisingly readable and
Points of Sail
When discussing sailing tactics and naval warfare in the age of sail, the topic of points of sail frequently comes up. Points of sail merely
Tacking and Wearing/Jibing
Note: for the sake of simplicity, I’ll be using these terms in a very general manner. Different sailors from different eras, experiences, or backgrounds can
Giving the Prow & Melee Tactics
Sailing Vessels as Warships The development of sailing vessels from merchant ships into actual warships was a very slow and gradual process. By the 1400s,
What is Traveling POSH?
The term “posh” conjures up images of glamour, high class, and fancy accommodations. Clothes, hotels, and even accents can be posh. Most believe that the
