Sailing Ship Accidents
Sailing ships are frequently put in the way of difficult conditions, whether by storm or combat, and the crew frequently called upon to cope with accidents, ranging from the parting of a single line to the whole destruction of the rigging, and from running aground to fire.
Read more about Sailing Ship Accidents: Steering, Rigging, Cargo Shift, Grounding, Capsizing, Fire
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