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British Millerain & the History of Waxed Canvas
Mariners endure some of the most inhospitable conditions imaginable, facing gale-force winds, driving rain, and crashing waves. The need for weather protection at sea spurred innovations leading to British Millerain’s...
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The History of Wool Sweaters at Sea
Worn by sailors for centuries, the wool sweater is one of the most significant garments in clothing history.
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The Underdog: Exploring the Origins of Popeye
His voice is one that is impossible to forget—sounding like a rusty chainsaw trying to cut through steel, it randomly swerves between high and low notes. An almost incoherent mishmash...
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The History and Meaning of Maritime Tattoos
Standing out among a variety of styles and techniques, aesthetics, and traditions, perhaps nothing is more recognizable in the tattooing world than the sailor tattoo. Steeped in maritime lore and...
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