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

Shaft Alley

Engineering

The passage-way from the engine aft to the stern bearing through which the shaft passes.

After-body of a screw-steamer, showing part in section — tunnel, shaft and screw aperture
After-body of a screw-steamer, showing part in section — tunnel, shaft and screw aperture
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