The Nautical Encyclopedia
Patterson’s Illustrated Nautical Encyclopedia — Howard Patterson, 1891

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Sea Terms

A marine map delineating some part of the sea and the sea coast, giving information as to the rocks, shoals, lights, soundings, and all that is necessary to assist the mariner in shaping the course of his vessel. (See Part III.)

A chart from England to the Cape Verd Islands, on Mercator's projection
A chart from England to the Cape Verd Islands, on Mercator's projection
Specimens of topographical signs found on some charts
Specimens of topographical signs found on some charts
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