Greek Contributions to the Nautical World The Greek Contribution to the Nautical World The ancient Greeks made huge contributions to...
Confronting the Barbary States
Background The Barbary States were North African Ottoman provinces and vassal states: Tripoli (modern Libya) Tunis (Tunisia) Algiers (Algeria) Morocco...
The Cannon
The Cannon’s Effect on Nautical History The Cannon’s Effect on Nautical History The introduction of the cannon fundamentally transformed nautical...
Stars on the Water
The sails are dressed in stripes of red, White canvas catching winds ahead. Blue sky above, the sea below, And...
California Overregulation
How California Has Fallen Behind Due to Overregulating Its Ports and Harbors 1. Delays in Automation and Modernization Labor Restrictions:...
California Port Automation
Impact of California Refusing Port Automation California's Refusal to Modernize Its Ports with Automated Technology California's refusal to modernize its...
Summer Boating Tips
Summer Boating Tips Safety First Wear your life jacket: Always have one for each passenger, and make sure kids wear...
The Rock Groin
Rock Groins Rock Groins Rock groins (often just called groins) are coastal engineering structures made of large rocks or concrete,...
The Jet Ski
Brief History of the Jet Ski Brief History of the Jet Ski Origins: 1960s: The concept of a personal watercraft...
Swim Steps
Swim Steps On Boats Swim steps (also called swim platforms or boarding steps) are flat extensions or small steps at...