Why Are Ships Called She and Gendered Female?
Although the term “she” is a pronoun commonly used by human beings, it is also used when referring to ships. The term has been utilized for centuries, and there are […]
Maritime History & Culture
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Do Pirates Still Exist?
I’m going to ask you to close your eyes for a second, conjure the image of a pirate in your brain, and then open them again. Okay, do it now. […]
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The Panama Canal: History and Impact on Global Shipping
When we think about the items we use every day, it’s easy to overlook how those items arrived at our stores, markets, and warehouses. Only recently have we learned about […]
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What Does Maritime Mean?
When speaking about the history of colonial empires or explorations that circumnavigate the globe, there are a few words that crop up more than most. A lot of these can […]
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What is MV, MT, SS, FV Ship Prefix Meaning?
Ship prefixes help identify the type, propulsion method, or purpose of a ship. Historically, these abbreviations played a key role in communication, especially during the telegraph era. Today, they remain […]