Maritim historie

Cet ouvrage résume un itinéraire scientifique fondé sur une thématique originale, l¿évolution d¿une vallée et des villes riveraines de la Meuse en partant de l¿étude du fleuve. Celle-ci repose sur des échelles spatiales et chronologiques à la mesure de la nature, le temps long et de larges espaces. Elle s¿appuie sur les données de l¿archéologie et de la géographie, afin d¿envisager tous les sujets qui touchent à la rivière : le cours d¿eau lui-même, les bateaux, les techniques de navigation, les « infrastructures fluviales ». Ces analyses enrichissent des problématiques plus vastes les pouvoirs, des questions relatives à l¿économie ou à la vie sociale. Cet autre regard, sans cloisonnements, cette grande diversité de thématiques s¿éclairant l¿une l¿autre se nomme aujourd¿hui « Histoire connectée ». Cela a encouragé l¿auteur à élargir l¿espace envisagé à l¿ensemble des cours d¿eau entre les Pyrénées et le Rhin. L¿intérêt d¿une telle étude réside en effet dans les comparaisons ainsi permises.

Skibsværfternes historie sætter ord og billeder på det 20. århundredes værftshistorie. Engang var mange tusinde mænd – og senere også en hel del kvinder – beskæftigede i en industri, som var med til at definere Danmark. Gennem 150 år blev der hamret, svejset og bygget skibe af jern og stål i næsten alle større danske kystbyer. I dag ligger værfterne tyste hen, revet ned eller ombygget til andre formål.Men i denne bog lever historien om dengang, vi byggede skibe, fortalt i både tekst og billeder. Lige fra dengang i 1912, hvor det danske skibsværft B&W byggede det første oceangående skib i verden, som er drevet af en dieselmotor og dermed lagde grunden til en international førerposition som producent af både skibe og skibsmotorer op gennem det 20. århundrede. Og til 2006, hvor Lindø-værftet byggede det, som dengang var verdens største containerskib: det næsten 400 meter lange Emma Mærsk. Men blot seks år senere må også Lindø lukke, som det sidste af de store, danske skibsværfter.Lars K. Christensen er museumsinspektør ved Roskilde Museum (ROMU) og historiker, dr.phil. Han har skrevet flere bøger om arbejdsliv og industrihistorie i Danmark samt medvirket i flere TV-udsendelser om samme emne.

Explores the varied relationship between political leaders and naval experts, from the 16th to 21st centuries

”Den største søfartshistorie, der nogensinde er fortalt.” – The Spectator Januar 1742. Et faldefærdigt fartøj, flikket sammen af tømmer og tøjstumper, skyller op på Brasiliens kyst. Om bord er tredive udmarvede mænd, kun akkurat i live. De er overlevende fra The Wager, et af den britiske flådes skibe, som er forlist under en storm. De kan fortælle en fantastisk historie, og de bliver hyldet som helte. Seks måneder senere: Tre skibbrudne driver i land på Chiles kyst. De fortæller en ganske anden historie: De tredive søfolk, der var landet i Brasilien, var ikke helte – de var mytterister og mordere. Hvem lyver, og hvem fortæller sandheden?Det må en britisk krigsret afgøre.Det er et spørgsmål om liv eller død, for de der bliver dømt skyldige, vil blive hængt. The Wager. En historie om skibbrud, mytteri og mord er en storslået fortælling om menneskers reaktioner under ekstreme omstændigheder, skildret af en af vor tids største historiefortællere. ”En af de bedste bøger om virkelige begivenheder, jeg nogensinde har læst. Et mesterværk.” – The Guardian ”Læses som en thriller.” – Time Magazine

Analyses data from the Bristol Port Books to rewrite the history of trade in Bristol, including the city's early involvement with the slave trade.

Delve into the gripping tale of Blackbeard, the notorious pirate who sailed the high seas, in this concise and compelling book. Uncover the mysteries behind his fearsome reputation, ruthless tactics, and the legends that shroud his adventurous life. From his formidable presence to his dramatic encounters, this book offers a thrilling journey through the captivating world of one of history's most infamous maritime figures.

Sail Beyond Myths and into the Heart of Piracy's True TalesDive into the swashbuckling depths of history with "X Marks the Spot: Debunking Pirate Myths," your treasure map to unraveling the enigmas of the high seas. Forget what you think you know about pirates-the flagrant villains and the romantic antiheroes that Hollywood has offered you. It's time to meet the authentic buccaneers, whose stories have been shrouded in far more than sea mist.Our voyage begins by setting the stage in The Golden Age of Piracy, where myths are cast off like heavy anchors. Discover the truth behind the origins of the Jolly Roger and its multiple misconceptions. Unearth the daily gritty existence the pirates endured, starkly contrasting with the charming life of freedom you've been sold.Steady as you go, you'll scrutinize the fabled Pirate's Code-was it a blueprint for democracy or another tall tale? You'll dig up the dirt on buried treasure, the real stories behind the treasure maps, and the betrayals fueled by gilded desires. From the notorious Blackbeard to the overlooked but formidable female pirates like Anne Bonny, this book corrects the courses charted by exaggeration and misrepresentation.Amid ripping sea battles and devastating raids, you'll stand shoulder to shoulder with captains as legends come alive in The Terror of the Seas. Feel the deck beneath your feet as you learn about the actual types of ships that cut through the ocean's waves and the tactics pirates employed to become the terror of the trading routes.As we reach calmer waters in The End of the Era, witness how the once-mighty pirates were brought to their knees by sagacious naval forces. Finally, reflect on the cultural legacy these maritime marauders have left in their wake-how they shaped international waters, maritime laws, and indefinitely, our fascination with piracy.Prepare to hoist the sails on an expedition that not only busts long-held myths but also pays homage to the authentic villains and heroes of the sea. Embark on this nautical adventure in the pages of "X Marks the Spot: Debunking Pirate Myths", and return to port with a treasure trove of true pirate lore.

"Anna Brinkman uses in-depth analysis of cases brought before the Court of Prize appeal during the Seven Years' War to show how neutrality and the negotiation of rights became critical to maritime warfare and how Britain worked to shape maritime international law to its strategic advantage"--

The Sea Beggar: An Apprentice is the first of a series of a historical novels about Ephraim Bogardus who was a Hudson River mariner. He was a Dutch American who lived in the Hudson Valley and operated Hudson River Sloops. Ephraim Bogardus lived between 1687 and 1770. In this novel Ephraim tells his story of how he learned to a privateer during early days Queen Anne's War (1702-1713).The term sea beggar or in Dutch watergeuzen means a sea robber and was applied to Dutch privateers. Ephraim Bogardus considered himself to be a watergeuzen or sea beggar.Ephraim begins his story telling how he became a privateer or sea beggar learning from his cousin Cornelius Bogardus and later another other Dutch sea beggar. Ephraim finds his first love and learns to be no only a privateer but also merchant trader. From the Gulf of St Lawrence to the Caribbean Islands Ephraim was involved in trading goods in the Caribbean, taking French and Spanish prizes. Ephraim learns about prize courts and the value of prize cargo as well as trading in commodities and working with merchant traders in the Caribbean.Standby for high adventure from the golden age of pirates and privateers as told in fiction by Ephraim Bogardus.

Havnen i gamle dage af Søren Nyegaard er femte bind i serien Glemte Danskere. Bogen indeholder 7 interviews om livet som havnearbejder. Erindringerne strækker sig fra Christians, der startede i havnen før 2. verdenskrig og til Eriks, der først sluttede sit arbejdsliv i 2010.Jobbet som havnearbejder har i løbet af årene forandret sig radikalt. Der er stor forskel på gårsdagens løsarbejdere, der med deres “rødspætter” sjakvis gik løs på sækkene og vore dages fastansatte maskin- og kranførere, der i ”ensom majestæt” kører rundt med 30 tons container. Gårsdagens havnearbejde skabte et enestående miljø, sin helt egen verden. I havnen endte folk fra mange andre erhverv og her var plads til særlinge, som ikke kunne finde sig til rette andre steder.De største forandringer inkluderer Af-industrialiseringen af København, overgangen fra at løfte og bæretungt til container og kran, oprustning af maskiner og nedrustning af arbejdere fra en havn på flere tusinder arbejdere til under 100 i dag, og overenskomst fra løsarbejder til fastansat.Bogen er støttet af Vellux Fonden.

This fascinating logbook offers a rare glimpse into life aboard a whaling ship in the mid-19th century. Homan's meticulous record-keeping and vivid descriptions convey the dangers and hardships of whaling, as well as the camaraderie and excitement of life at sea. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in maritime history and the traditions of New England whaling.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

"The pirates that exist in our imagination are not just any pirates. Violent sea-raiding has occurred in most parts of the world throughout history, but our popular stereotype of pirates has been defined by one historical moment: the period from the 1660s to the 1730s, the so-called 'golden age of piracy.' A groundbreaking history of pirates, Enemies of All combines narrative adventure with deeply researched analysis, engrossing readers in the rise of piracy in the later seventeenth century, the debates about piracy in contemporary law and popular media, as well as the imperial efforts to suppress piracy in the early eighteenth century. The Caribbean and American colonies of Britain, France, Spain, and the Netherlands -- where piracy surged across these decades -- are the main theater for Enemies of All, but this is a global story. Evoking London, Paris, and Amsterdam, Curaðcao, Port Royal, Tortuga, and Charleston, the narrative takes readers, too, from Ireland and the Mediterranean to Madagascar and India, from the Arabian Gulf to the Pacific Ocean. Familiar characters like Drake, Morgan, Blackbeard, Bonny and Read, Henry Every, and Captain Kidd all feature here, but so too will the less well-known figures from the history of piracy, their crew-members, shipmates, and their confederates ashore; the men and women whose transatlantic lives were bound up with the rise and fall of piracy. Transforming how readers understand the history of pirates, Enemies of All presents not only the historical evidence but, more importantly, explains the consequences of piracy's unique influence on colonialism and European imperial ambitions."--

U 15 – das erste OpferDer Journalist Knud Jakobsen hat für das Sea War Museum in Thyborøn, Dänemark, ein neues Buch über U-Boote aus dem Ersten Weltkrieg herausgebracht. Es trägt den Titel „U 15 – das erste Opfer“ und enthält insgesamt sechs Berichte aus dem Seekrieg 1914 – 1918. U 15 war das erste U-Boot der Geschichte, das durch eine Kriegshandlung versenkt wurde. Der Krieg war erst 4 Tage alt, am 8. August 1914, als das Schicksal zuschlug.Es gab keine Überlebenden und die genaueren Vorkommnisse wurden erst geklärt, als das Sea War Museum Jutland das Wrack des U-Bootes im Jahr 1021 im nördlichen Teil der Nordsee fand. Dies alles können Sie im Buch lesen und zum ersten Mal auch ein Bild des U-Boot-Kommandanten Richard Pohle zu sehen bekommen.Knud Jakobsen ist es gelungen einen 86-jährigen Neffen in Schweden zu finden. Das Buch enthält auch den einzigartigen Bericht über die letzte Reise des dänischen Dampfschiffs „Indien“ im Jahre 1918. Das Schiff wurde im Atlantik von einem deutschen U-Boot versenkt und die 38 Seeleute an Bord wurden sich selbst überlassen. Im Beiboot Nummer 2 überlebten neun Männer, weil der 2.Offizier Hans, Christian Tversted, Erfahrungen im Umgang mit dem kleinen Boot hatte. Neben den anderen Berichten muss insbesondere die Geschichte des Dampfschiffs Frode erwähnt werden. Bevor das dänische Schiff westlich von Irland von einem deutschen U-Boot versenkt wurde, gab sich einer der „dänischen“ Seeleute als Deutscher zu erkennen und wurde mit offenen Armen auf dem U-Boot empfangen.Außerdem gibt es die Geschichte von Ernst August Krüger, der eines der vielen Opfer der Skagerrakschlacht war, sowie die Geschichte eines Fischerkapitäns aus Esbjerg und seiner Begegnung mit einem deutschen Flieger und schließlich die Geschichte des dänischen Schiffskochs, der an Bord zurückgelassen wurde, als sein Schiff von einem U-Boot versenkt wurde und anschließend vom deutschen U-Boot gerettet wurde. Das Buch ist das perfekte Weihnachtsgeschenk für alle, die sich für das Leben auf See interessieren. Es ist sowohl auf Dänisch als auch auf Deutsch erschienen und ist in Deutschland bei Berliner Zinnfiguren erhältlich. Frühere Bücher derselben Reihe sind ”U 20 - Ein U-Boot änderte den Lauf der Geschichte” (2021) und”U 55 - Berühmt und berüchtigt” (2022), die auch beide bei Berliner Zinnfiguren erhältlich sind.

U 15 – det første offer Journalist Knud Jakobsen har for Sea War Museum skrevet en ny bog i serien om ubåde fra Første Verdenskrig. Den nye bog hedder ”U 15 – det første offer”, og indeholder i alt seks beretninger fra søkrigen 1914-1918.U 15 var den første ubåd i historien, der blev sænket ved en krigshandling, hvilket skete allerede den 8. august 1914. Der var ingen overlevende, og nøjagtigt hvad der skete, blev først opklaret, da Sea War Museum Jutland i 2021 fandt ubådens vrag i den nordlige del af Nordsøen. Det kan man læse om i bogen, og her kan man for første gang også se et billede af ubådens kommandant, der hed Richard Pohle- Knud Jakobsen fandt hans 86-årige nevø, der bor i Färentuna i Sverige. Bogen indeholder også den fantastiske beretning dampskibet Indiens sidste rejse i 1918. Skibet blev sænket af en ubåd i Atlanten, og 29 søfolk omkom. Kun de ni mand i båd nummer 2 ført af styrmand Hans Christian Tversted fra Skagen overlevede, fordi han kunne sejle en lille båd. Blandt de øvrige beretninger skal især nævnes historien om dampskibet Frode, som vest for Irland blev sænket af en tysk ubåd, hvorefter det viste sig, at det danske skib havde en tyske sømand om bord. Han hoppede af og blev modtaget med åbne arme i ubåden. Der er også beretningen om Ernst August Krüger, der var et af de mange ofre i Jyllandsslaget, samt historien om en fiskeskipper fra Esbjerg og hans møde med en tyske flyver, og endelig historien om den danske skibskok, der blev efterladt om bord, da hans skib blev sænket af en ubåd, hvorefter han blev reddet af den tyske ubåd. Bogen er den perfekte julegave til alle med interesse for livet til søs. Den fås både på dansk og tysk og kan købes på Sea War Museum samt i boghandelen fra 15. november.

In this thrilling work--a blend of history, science, nature writing, and environmentalism--acclaimed writer James Bradley plunges into the unknown to explore the deepest recesses of the natural world.Seventy-one percent of the earth's surface is ocean. These waters created, shaped, and continue to sustain not just human life, but all life on Planet Earth, and perhaps beyond it. They serve as the stage for our cultural history--driving human development from evolution through exploration, colonialism, and the modern era of global leisure and trade. They are also the harbingers of the future--much of life on Earth cannot survive if sea levels are too low or too high, temperatures too cold or too warm. Our oceans are vast spaces of immense wonder and beauty, and our relationship to them is innate and awe inspired.Deep Water is both a lyrically written personal meditation and an intriguing wide-ranging reported epic that reckons with our complex connection to the seas. It is a story shaped by tidal movements and deep currents, lit by the insights of philosophers, scientists, artists and other great minds. Bradley takes readers from the atomic creation of the oceans, to the wonders within, such as fish migrations guided by electromagnetic sensing. He describes the impacts of human population shifts by boat andspeaks directly and uncompromisingly to the environmental catastrophe that is already impacting our lives. It is also a celebration of the ocean's glories and the extraordinary efforts of the scientists and researchers who are unlocking its secrets. These myriad strands are woven together into a tapestry of life that captures not only our relationship with the planet, but our past, and perhaps most importantly, what lies ahead for us.A brilliant blend of Robert MacFarlane's Underland, Susan Casey's The Underworld, and Simon Winchester's Pacific and The Atlantic, Deep Water taps into the essence of our plant and who we are.

The history of captivity in the early modern Mediterranean has been studied exclusively through European and Ottoman/Turkish sources. But from Aghadir to Alexandretta, the language of piety, travel, religious disputation, and chronicle was Arabic (sometimes written as Garshuni). An extensive archive has survived in Arabic describing the experiences of Muslims, Eastern Christians, and Jews in European captivity. After all, from the middle of the seventeenth century on, British and French fleets, with their advanced naval capabilities, seized large numbers of captives from the 'other shore' (to cite Braudel) - captives who have been ignored in scholarship but survive in numerous sculptures from Spain and Germany to Malta and Hungary. This study continues the research into the Arabic archive by introducing further accounts about captivity by European pirates and privateers, showing how the Mediterranean became the scene of Christian masters and Arabic-speaking slaves. Not surprising, by the nineteenth century, a Moroccan traveler prayed that the Mediterranean become a barrier/hajiz against European depredations.

"Over the course of the nineteenth century, European states worked together to install a new order of collective security, legitimising the repression of piracy. Menacing Tides demonstrates how this European cooperation against shared threats remade the Mediterranean and unleashed a new form of collaborative imperialism"--

This unique book charts the regulation of British ships throughout the nineteenth century, from no regulation in 1800, to enactment in the 1890s, of a model of customary and national maritime law adopted by many States.

This small book is a look into the evolution of seafaring in Greece during Antiquity. We will look into the reasons that led to the Greek culture's emergence as an early maritime culture. In the book we will go through the basic components of the environment in the form of geography and oceanography along with available resources that created the foundation on which Greek maritime culture could evolve.It is suggested that the very conditions of the period around the end of the bronze age and through the archaic era necessitated the development of the Greeks as a seafaring culture.Furthermore, we will go into how Greek colonization of the wider Mediterranean was deeply interlinked with its maritime culture and how it was even one of the drivers of the development of more advanced seafaring.The position is held that the immigration pressure within Greece proper along with the isolationist and competitive relationship between the fragmented city states of ancient Greece led to the sea being the only option for outward expansion.Thus, the colonial expansion was deeply connected to the city state of origin, leading the colonies to often retain maritime trade connections to the mother city.This again led to the development of a trade network between historically connected city states that was the foundation upon which the large and advanced trading networks of classical antiquity would be based.The book also has a section covering the ships of ancient Greece and their development and evolution to more advanced and specialized forms in classical Antiquity. It also covers how these ships tied in with the maritime needs and cultural evolution of the era in which they were primarily used.Finally, it is discussed how all these elements came together to form the ancient Greek maritime culture and why it evolved to this in the first place. Thus, answering the question that is the title of this book.A certain degree of knowledge about ancient Greece or willingness to look up terms and names are expected in this book as it covers its theme narrowly.