The Legendary Vessels of the Golden Age of Piracy
From Blackbeard's Queen Anne's Revenge to Bartholomew Roberts' Royal Fortune, explore the most notorious pirate ships that ever sailed the seven seas.
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Tip of the Day
"To predict weather at sea, remember the old sailor's rhyme: 'Red sky at night, sailor's delight; red sky in morning, sailors take warning.' This phenomenon is often surprisingly accurate for forecasting approaching weather systems."
Stars, Currents, and Compasses: Navigation Before GPS
Discover the ingenious methods sailors used to navigate vast oceans before modern technology, from celestial navigation to the invention of the marine chronometer.
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Kraken, Mermaids, and Ghost Ships: Maritime Mythology
Explore the fascinating world of maritime folklore and the mysterious creatures and vessels that have haunted sailors' imaginations for centuries.
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Turning Points at Sea: Naval Battles That Changed History
From Salamis to Trafalgar to Midway, discover how decisive naval engagements have shaped the course of human civilization throughout history.
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Sunken Fortunes: The World's Greatest Lost Treasures at Sea
From the Spanish treasure fleets to modern recovery efforts, explore the fascinating stories of shipwrecks and the immense wealth still waiting to be discovered on the ocean floor.
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