Articles related to "Maritime History"



Colonial New England Maritime
Ports along the New England coastline afforded these Atlantic colonies with booming commerce, imaginative tales and folklore.
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Native American Pirates of New England
For more than two years in the 1720s members the Abenaki, Micmac and Beothuk tribes of northern New England out witted and out fought the Colonists.
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Sinking of Steamboat Sultana
The disaster on the Mississippi River led to the worst loss of life in United States maritime history. Even so, the tragedy largely has been overshadowed by other events
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The Lake Tahoe Maritime Museum
Did you know there's a brand new Tahoe Maritime Museum on the shores of Lake Tahoe? Visit this Homewood museum on the West Shore of Lake Tahoe on your next visit!
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The SS Great Britain
A critical revue and visitor perspective of Isambard Kingdom Brunel's inspirational spectacle of Victorian ship engineering, the SS Great Britain.
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2008 Tacoma Tall Ship Festival
July 3rd through July 7th, 2008 the skyline along Tacoma, Washington's waterfront will be pierced by the masts and spars of over thirty of the world's tall ships.
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Adventure Sail On The Hawaiian Chieftain
Sailing aboard the Hawaiian Chieftain on a windy day offers a glimpse into the world of yesteryear's wind-ship sailors.
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Finding Gdansk's History
Gdansk, on the Baltic Sea, has long been an important port town. Famous for amber, shipping, and the workers' union Solidarity, Gdansk history is not hard to find.
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Lake Tahoe's New Maritime Museum at Homewood
The recently relocated Tahoe Maritime Museum is a must-see for boaters. It recalls the glory days when boats were works of art and engines purred rather than roared.
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RMS Titanic and Fictional Titan Comparisons
The novel Futility, about the Titan, was written fourteen years before the RMS Titanic sank. Both were the largest ships afloat, and both hit icebergs and sank in April.
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Touring the Isles of Shoals
No book, lecture, or walking trail approaches the historic depths and drama one sees on a two-hour M/V Thomas Laighton cruise from Portsmouth, NH to the Isles of Shoals.
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Williamstown in Victoria, Australia
For those interested in maritime history, the sea-side suburb of Williamstown, located in Melbourne's west, offers a wealth of things to see and do.
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USS Midway Museum in San Diego
Along the Embarcadero in San Diego, naval and maritime history enthusiasts will find the USS Midway.
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Cobh's Titantic Memories
The Republic of Ireland is renowned the world over for its hospitality but combined with a sense of history Cobh near Cork is a wonderful place for all lovers of the sea.
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Museums in Brittany, France
Explore the history of fishing, Breton seafaring and culture, traditional costumes and handicrafts in Quimper and one of the biggest French Naval bases.
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Belfast: City on the Rise
Travel publishers Lonely Planet have included Belfast as a City on the Rise in their Blue List, and say Northern Ireland is a Must See Destination for 2007
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Corsair – Piracy, Terrorism, Political Intrigue
Combining maritime and naval history with ancient and modern politics has enabled Clive Cussler and Jack Du Brul to produce a good read to while away a long journey.
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Crossing the Atlantic by Ship
A transatlantic cruise is the trip of a lifetime for many. But which direction should you choose?
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Maritime Museums in Stockholm
Stockholm, Sweden is chock full of maritime history. See an excavated 17th century warship, learn the history of the Swedish navy, and see how Swedes built their ships.
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Mid-Coast Maine
New England has hundreds of miles of scenic coastline, from the small inlet beaches of Rhode Island to the craggy coast of Maine.
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Nova Scotia's Lighthouse Route
Nova Scotia is one of Canada's most interesting and picturesque provinces, with its fishing villages, rocky shores, and especially the lighthouses.
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Tourist Attractions in Plymouth
With a picturesque location, just a few hours from London, and packed with fascinating places to visit, Plymouth in South Devon is the perfect place for a weekend break.
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A Guide to the Best Museums in Wellington
Wellington, New Zealand contains many small but interesting museums, where visitors can learn about Kiwi society, culture, art, sports, and history.
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Apalachicola, Northwest Florida's Oyster Bar
Apalachicola was once the third largest shipping port on the Gulf. Today this seaport town is known for oysters, fresh seafood and a vibrant downtown historic district.
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Auckland City, New Zealand
Auckland is much more than a boaties' paradise and New Zealand's largest city; it's an exciting destination offering delicious food, wine and a fun outdoor lifestyle.
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Beach, Boardwalk and Nature On the Jersey Shore
For many people going "Down the Shore" is the ultimate summer escape. But southern New Jersey offers more than just casinos, surf, saltwater taffy, and the boardwalk.
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Beautiful Victoria, British Columbia
An English feel pervades Victoria, British Columbia's charming capital, where gardens bloom year round and high tea remains a popular tradition.
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Christmas Tree Ship of Chicago
Bringing Christmas trees from the northern woods to deserving families in Chicago is the traditional mission of the Christmas Tree Ship.
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Five Free Sites to Visit in San Francisco
For the family on a budget, San Francisco offers several interesting, educational and historical sites that are family friendly and free to visit.
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Fun Things To Do in Little Rock Arkansas
Ducks at the Peabody Hotel, green building at Heifer International and river cruises on the Arkansas Queen riverboat--there's a lot to do in Little Rock.
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Grace Horsley Darling, the 19th Century Legend
Although not well known in the United States, Grace Darling was considered a maritime heroine and the pop culture star of her generation, in mid-19th century England.
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Great Lakes Lighthouses
Great Lakes lighthouses were built in quick succession to meet the safety needs of the growing maritime traffic on the Great Lakes.
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Halifax Beach Day Trips
The options for day trips to Halifax beaches are superb. Visitors can enjoy clean sand, surfable waves, or quiet shores: All close enough to Halifax for a quick day trip.
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Halifax, Nova Scotia – Dining & Restaurants
From steak to seafood to some of the finest italian food in eastern Canada, Halifax has a variety of excellent dining establishments to choose from!
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Isle of Man, Manannan's World
As the mist of Manannan rolls away from the beautiful Isle of Man, one is treated to a spellbinding view of rolling hills and glorious cliffs, set here in the Irish Sea.
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Lighthouse Tour Along Québecs Coastal Routes
Lighthouses are visible beacons of maritime history along the coasts of Québec, and many of them offer interesting ways to experience the old way of life along the sea.
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Liverpool Anglican Cathedral View
A perfect first stop in any Liverpool tour, the gorgeous, accessible space reflects the city's history with elevator ride to city views from the belltower.
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Nantucket Shipwrecks - Part 1
Part 1 of a 2-part article series discussing some of Nantucket's most famous shipwrecks. In part 1: Lightship LV 117 and the SS Republic.
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Shackleton's James Caird Endurance
More than a year after Antarctic ice claimed HMS. Endurance, Sir Ernest Shackleton's 28-man crew improbably reached land -- but what followed demanded the impossible.
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Star Island Stopover Returns
Few New England day trips are as perfect as the one-hour cruise from Portsmouth, NH to Star Island to explore or drink tea on the wide porch of the Oceanic Hotel.
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The Emerald Coast
An introduction to Brittany's Emerauld Coast. This striking landscape brings to mind Ireland with its greenery and rocky cliffs. This itinerary is great for three or four days in the region.

The House of the Seven Gables
The Turner House (House of the Seven Gables - Salem, MA), made famous by Nathaniel Hawthorne, overlooks an early 20th Century Colonial Revival Garden
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The QE2's Final Voyage to Dubai
On Veteran's Day, November 11, 2008 the QE2 set off from Southampton to its new home on The Palm Jumeriah, Dubai. It will be refurbished into a luxury hotel.
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Auckland - City of Sails, Home of the Americas Cup
Auckland is known as the City of Sails , now its also the home of the Americas Cup. This article touches on the sights and activities this exciting City has to offer. With lots of links to look for yourself
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Exploring Liverpool's Cultural Attractions
Mention Liverpool and most people think of the Beatles. But travelers soon discover that Liverpool has more national museums and galleries than any other British city.
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Family Travel to Port Angeles, Washington, USA
Port Angeles offers dynamic, affordable family day trips and getaways spring, summer or fall. Beachcombing, biking, hiking and kayaking are accessible by car and ferry.
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Is that a Galleon, Galleass or a Galley?
A short primer on the difference between a sloop and a ketch
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The Wonders of Westport
Westport, Washington is located at the mouth of Grays Harbor on Point Chehalis on the Washington Coast.
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Victoria, British Columbia for Kids
Want to take the kids on a trip of a lifetime? Then Victoria, British Columbia is the place to go. Scenic panoramas and breath taking views will remain in their memories forever. There are hundreds of attractions for kids to enjoy in and around Victoria.
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Canadian Privateers
By definition a privateer is either the ship, the crew, or the captain of a vessel licensed by a particular government during times of war to prey on enemy ships. Canadian privateers played an important role in several wars, especially during the 18th and 19th centuries. Most sailed from Nova Scotia because of its close proximity to the United States and the North Atlantic. Often considered little more than legal pirating, "by mid 1700s [privateering] was carefully regulated, respectable and as law abiding as the navy," according to Daniel Conlin, Curator of Marine History at the <a name="Maritime_Museum_of_the_Atlantic"><a href="http://maritime.museum.gov.ns.ca/">Maritime Museum of the Atlantic</a> in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
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