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Jacques Piccard and Don Walsh

In: Maritime History

By: Lisa Stephenson

On January 23, 1960 Jacques Piccard and Don Walsh pulled off a feat so great people who have tried to break their record eventually don't even dare try and come close. more...

Chesapeake Deadrise Workboats

In: Maritime History

By: John Crandall

Becoming something of a scarcity many of these boats have gone out of service, but they are an important part of history. more...

Ironclads to Steel Hulls

In: Maritime History

By: John Crandall

After the first ironclads proved themselves, it wasn't long before iron and then steel replaced wood as the primary material for ship construction. more...

Christopher Columbus Smith

In: Maritime History

By: John Crandall

Chis Smith had a natural talent for building boats that were both functional and beautiful, and he built that into a very successful business. more...

The Phoenicians, Great Sailors

In: Maritime History

By: John Crandall

The keeled boat or ship is very likely a Phoenician invention. Both with oars and sials they plied the waters of the Mediterranean and beyond. more...

Cogs, Hulks, and Hogsheads

In: Maritime History

By: John Crandall

These medieval cargo ships used wooden barrels to protect their cargo in open holds. more...

Christening Boats

In: Maritime History

By: John Crandall

The Vikings offered human sacrifices upon launching a new longboat. It is very likely that the wine ceremony used today dates back to the original blood ceremony. more...