Captain Twill
Academic Fight Circle, Research, Share, Discuss & Debate Maritime History.
1,545 topics in this forum
-
- 14 replies
- 993 views
I've a bit of a project and not sure how to start, ye historical darlings could save me some research time. Though not nautical in nature (but nature to be sure), I walk in a large and unmapped park with many meandering trails and fascinatn' foliage, that is essentially unmapped (that is, incorrectly and insufficently mapped). I've been trying to figure out how, with a compass and paper and pen, I could make a somewhat accurate map of the place...I'm sure we did projects about it in me school days, but for the life of me I can't remember.......ideas dears? I plan to throw in some traditional "here thar be dragons", and"edge of the world", make it as like an olde mapp as …
Last reply by hitman, -
- 10 replies
- 1k views
I've plundered meself the oddest scrimshaw on bone ye ever did see. On one side it has tha carvin' o a right comely lass wi a sword an the words "ALWINDA THE FEMALE PIRATE". On the other an etchin of a sailor a haulin a woman in a dress into a launch oshore wid his ship on tha horizon in the distance wi tha inspcription "Gibbs carrying the dutch Girl on board 1837". Can any o you salts tell me ye know about all o this? I'd be beholden to ya.
Last reply by hitman, -
- 8 replies
- 756 views
Greetings, Am researching a sailing voyage that departed Salem, Mass., for India, circa 1790-1800. In his description of the journey, a crewman of this trade ship makes reference to what I assume must be an ancient maritime ritual or custom. The problem is, he veils his reference in euphemisms, leaving me unable to understand the nature of the tradition. Was it some kind of sailors' ritual that accompanied crossing the equator? Here is the passage in question, with the pertinent text italicized: Any insight will be much appreciated.
Last reply by MadMike, -
- 1 reply
- 358 views
Aye mateys if'n ye read my event post about Alex Bay's Pirate Days then ye knows about Bill Johnston. I thought that twar all there was to it. Seems the illustrious pirate also found himself as keeper of the Rock Island Lighthouse (just west of Alex Bay on the mighty St. Lawrence) fer a time in the early 1800s. Then I come to find out the real kicker!! Unlike most of his pirate breatheren, HE WAS PARDONED, BY PRESIDENT HARRISON!! Just goes to show ye, some Pirates have ALL THE LUCK!!
Last reply by Iron Bess, -
- 9 replies
- 662 views
10 pm eastern. Followed by Bligh and the Mutiny to boot. If only this old rover can stay awake.
Last reply by the Royaliste, -
- 1 reply
- 886 views
http://www.didyouknow.cd/sargasso.htm http://www.smithsonianmag.si.edu/smithsoni...98/map_jpg.html http://va.essortment.com/sargassoseawid_ramo.htm
Last reply by Dread Pyrate, -
- 1 reply
- 457 views
Click ye here for Marine Converters This comes courtesy of One-Eye Vader (Rod)
Last reply by the Royaliste, -
- 6 replies
- 650 views
I have read in a book that in certain instances sails were made wet to increase the speed of the vessel? Is this true? And if so when could that have been useful or rather what kinds of weather conditions and what speed could they really get from a maunuver? Another knot or two? _The Siren
Last reply by Black Syren, -
- 4 replies
- 1.7k views
Hello there, everybody. I wondered is anyone out there could help me with determing if the short, double breasted wollen sailor's jacker pattern from Kannick's Korner (a similar style jacket is available from JAS Townsend) would be appropriate for a golden age pirate impression (~1720.) The literature seems to place it around the Am Rev War, or, at the very earliest, the F&I War. Also, I wondered about the historical propriety of the half-waistcoat - long in front, and short in back. Is that accurate, or a hollywood money saver? Thank you.
Last reply by Capt. Flint, -
- 7 replies
- 973 views
If anyone knows any good websites/books, i could use to research Granuaile (Grace) O'Malley, it would be much appreciated. I'm attempting to write a story based on her life for a school summer assignment. Much thanx in advance.. love yas wren
Last reply by cpts plesur wnch, -
- 4 replies
- 884 views
Ahoy, (Royaliste, yer probably the best source fer this...) What's the "recipe" fer slow match? -Redd
Last reply by Redd Oktober, -
- 15 replies
- 2.9k views
Hello as usual i wait until the last minute to get my work done . But i need help, what are some of the torture methods used by pirates. I tried looking for them but i guess i can't find them. Please help.... Fast
Last reply by Captain Jim-sib, -
- 2 replies
- 469 views
Looking for reference to pirates and/or privateers from Northern Germany. There must be some ... the North Sea was a hot bed for such activity since the Iron Age. I can only assume that in the Age of Fighting Sail, German pirates would have been involved somehow in the Caribbean or Barbary coasts. Also, does anyone have a list of sailing/shipbuilding texts in the original German? Since I got a new computer, I can seem to track down half of my old links. Knew I should have written them all down. Wartooth
Last reply by Wartooth, -
- 1 reply
- 432 views
I posted a part of this site in Rabble Rousing where I thought it was appropiate. But the main site has a lot of information historcal and other things that makes it good for here. http://jackytappet.tripod.com While it concentrates on the English Renniasance the info is goo for other periods as well. Have fun!
Last reply by cpts plesur wnch, -
- 1 reply
- 429 views
Did anyone else see this? I tuned in late; they were discussed 1805-era gunnery; then the American Civil War; then battleships; at which point I tuned out, as I was in a hurry, and am not overly interested in post-CW naval warfare. Did anyone catch all of the earlier part of the show? Capt. William
Last reply by darkthing, -
- 37 replies
- 2.9k views
Ok so if your more than 15 years old you've heard the story of the oak island money pit. So for the billion dollar question whats at the bottom? Cast a vote and post you're thought's. Now as for me I really don't know what to think but from what is known about the pit and its construction I doubt it had to do with Capt. Kidd but then hey we don't know now do we. If I had to quess from me own options I'd say it was the British army what done it or other. Nothing else seems likely.
Last reply by Stephen, -
- 4 replies
- 461 views
Wow did anybody catch that article about Ben Franklin hand his "piratical ways" in the latest NQG? Certainly not something they taught us about in school social studies, but obviously it was a necessary way of dealin with the war. Anybody know of any other heralded figure in American History that practiced any similar dealings??
Last reply by capnwilliam, -
- 6 replies
- 700 views
Ahoy Mateys, Attending me first period encampment. Lookin for suggestions on what to bring and what NOT to bring. I'm not stayin at the encampment; me sis and I are staying at the Inn, but I needs a clew on what to bring.
Last reply by capnwilliam, -
- 10 replies
- 782 views
I'm in the thinking / early planning stages for a new group - an e-group to get us launched, but once afloat, the sea's the limit! - to be called THE CONFEDERATE PRIVATEERS. This group will deal with all naval and nautical aspects of the Old Confederacy; but I want it to be something more than just a study group. I want it to be for those who regard themselves as the loyal sons and daughters of those who sailed the seas (and the inland waters too) in Confederate service; who share the vision they once shared. This way, we will be tied together in our hearts as well as our heads; to feel a real sense of being shipmates on a voyage together! So far I have started an e…
Last reply by capnwilliam, -
Marlinspike
by Creed- 7 replies
- 883 views
Here be a good link on learnin' ta tie knots! http://www.boatsafe.com/marlinespike/knots.htm
Last reply by Katie Nameless, -
- 2 replies
- 491 views
What ho pirate people, This is only vaguely pirate related but I wonder if any of you who are more web-wise than I might be able to help with a small problem. I'm researching the English sea-dog John Davis (navigator extraordinaire) and trying to find a copy online of a book he published in 1595 entitled "The World's Hydrographical Description". I have a copy of his earlier work "Seaman's Secrets", and I know the whereabouts of an original paper copy of the "Description", but I won't be able to get to read it for some months, and I am likely to want to work from it so an e-copy would be of much more use to me in the long term anyway. So, if any of you could possibly poi…
Last reply by Fox, -
- 4 replies
- 830 views
I dunno if anyone has ever seen these, but Here is the Code Modified Pirates Code 1. Everyone shall obey orders. 2. Booty will be shared out as follows: 1 share to every ordinary seaman; 1 1/2 shares to the captain; 1 1/4 shares to the master carpenter, boatswain and gunner. 3. Anyone keeping secret of attempting to desert will be marooned. He may take only a flask of gunpowder, a bottle of water, a gun and some shot. 4. The punishment for hitting a man is 40 lashes on the bare back. 5. Anyone being lazy or failing to clean his weapons will lose his share of booty. 6. Everyone may vote on all important decisions. 7. Everyone may have a share of cap…
Last reply by Bilgemunky, -
- 0 replies
- 476 views
I have yet to encounter doucmented evidence for an undoubted instance of pedophilia aboard a pirate ship. Period. A number of salacious authors have pointed out the youth of some of those who "went down to the sea in ships" (actual phrase used--and with a giggle--in a lecture that was purported to be "scholarly"!) Men, in general, were considered adults at a much earlier age than is the case nowadays. It took a long time to make a sailor. The work demanded great strength and dexterity. To be an "AB" by 17 or 18, one had to begin at age 13 or 14. Even so, however, most pirates seem to have been 17 or over. I saw in a NQG some years ago an article on "child pirates" and…
Last reply by corsair2k3, -
- 3 replies
- 508 views
Well i have offically finished my piracy project on March 20th with my performance about the truth of piracy in the "Golden Age". As a possible last message and final closing... thanks to all of you who have helped me answer my questions. you have been more helpful then you image. thanks. -Milamber P.S. i hope to come back and visit as much as time will permit... and i want you to know that you have made me a pirate at heart.
Last reply by Scupper, -
- 4 replies
- 549 views
I just found a copy of a new magazine, called 'Medieval History'. This is published by The Royal Armouries and is just amazing. Real scholarship, lots of primary source info, and good period illustrations mixed with modern photos. It's not cheap, a single copy just cost me 11 bucks, but worth every penny, to me anyway. Of particular interest to this board is an article on Piracy in the 11-15th centuries. An excellent overview with some info I haven't seen before. There is also an exhaustive article about historic recipies for gunpowder, where they actually made powder from them and then tested them for power, with charts showing the results. There's lots of other s…
Last reply by Hawkyns,
-
Make a Donation
-
Support Pyracy Pub
-
Upcoming Events
-
0May 02, 2024
Until
May 05, 2024
-
Albums
-
1721: Life of a Sailor, Fort King George, GA
- By SgtSmudge,
- 2
- 0
- 35
-
Flat Stanley
- By Stynky Tudor,
- 0
- 0
- 5
-
Long Beach 2019
- By madPete,
- 0
- 37
- 37
-