Fig. 1: Seaman-1910-Front
Fig. 2: Seaman-1910-Reverse
Item Name: Seamanship
Item ID: Seaman-1910
Collector Rating: 10
Tie eight knots rapidly in the dark or blindfolded. Fling a rope coil. Row a boat single-handed, and punt it with pole, or scull over the stern. Steer a boat by others. Bring a boat properly alongside and make it fast. Box the compass. Read a chart. State direction by the stars and sun. Weather and knowledge of tides. Swim fifty yards with trousers, socks, and shirt on. Climb a rope or pole of fifteen feet; or, as alternative, dance the hornpipe correctly. Sew and darn a shirt and trousers. Understand the general principle of marine engines, and steam or hydraulic winch. Knowledge of the different national flags and rigs of sailing vessels and classes of men-of-war.