The O'brien novels that gave rise to Jack Aubrey (Master and Commander) are a real read - full of terms to the point that he published a glossary so one wouldn't get lost in the rigging. The movie was the novel less time on shore in England. A time when seamanship was more than sailing - it was leading and being a honorable man. The movie should be required viewing in Washington.
It is on TV.now. oh how i wish.
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