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Brooklyn
fromMexico News Daily
1 week ago

Why did a Mexican Navy ship hit the Brooklyn Bridge?

The ARM Cuauhtémoc is a cultural ambassador for Mexico, with recent tragedy overshadowing its longstanding maritime mission.
Brooklyn
fromMexico News Daily
1 week ago

Why did a Mexican Navy ship hit the Brooklyn Bridge?

The ARM Cuauhtémoc is a cultural ambassador for Mexico, with recent tragedy overshadowing its longstanding maritime mission.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Sailing across the Baltic: an idyllic voyage from Germany to Denmark

The journey to the island of r involved a unique blend of train and boat travel, showcasing a commitment to sustainable exploration without flying.
Europe news
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Brooklyn Bridge's previous crashes include one involving Nazi ship

The ship crash into the Brooklyn Bridge marks a long history of maritime collisions with the bridge.
Black Lives Matter
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

The lesser-known story of 100K courageous runaway slaves who fled the South via the 'Blue Highway'

Lear Green's daring escape highlights the profound courage of those who sought freedom from slavery at sea.
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OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Remains of carved canoe may be most significant discovery of its kind, NZ archaeologist says

A significant Polynesian canoe discovery in the Chatham Islands could transform our understanding of Polynesian boat building and trading.
History
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
1 month ago

Medieval derelict ship found in Barcelona

A 500-year-old ship, Ciutadella I, was discovered in Barcelona, marking a significant archaeological find related to the city's maritime history.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Remains of carved canoe may be most significant discovery of its kind, NZ archaeologist says

A significant Polynesian canoe discovery in the Chatham Islands could transform our understanding of Polynesian boat building and trading.
History
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
1 month ago

Medieval derelict ship found in Barcelona

A 500-year-old ship, Ciutadella I, was discovered in Barcelona, marking a significant archaeological find related to the city's maritime history.
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Writing
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

A letter written onboard the Titanic before it sank sells for almost $400,000 at auction

A letter from Titanic survivor Archibald Gracie sold for £300,000, highlighting its historical significance and link to the ship's tragic fate.
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fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

The Mystic Seaport Museum Grapples With Threats from Rising Seas

Twenty years ago, there might have been an inundation a few times a year. Now, we're seeing degrees of flooding on a monthly, sometimes weekly, occurrence.
Miami Marlins
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

Sea Containers London, a Chic Design Hotel on the River Thames' South Bank, Now Has New Suites Inspired by 1920s Transatlantic Cruising

Sea Containers London has released four cabin suites reflecting distinct periods of maritime history, each adorned with vintage furniture and cocktail experiences.
London
fromMedievalists.net
2 months ago

Medieval Sailors Avoided the Black Sea in Winter, Study Finds - Medievalists.net

Mirea's study reveals that the Black Sea was largely impassable in winter due to severe climatic conditions and restrictive Byzantine maritime laws.
History
SF LGBT
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Where We Live: Saving the Pigeon Point Lighthouse in Pescadero

The Pigeon Point Lighthouse is undergoing a $16 million rehabilitation to preserve its historical significance along California's coast.
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