 That iron steam-ships-of-war may be built as strong as wooden ships of greater weight, and stronger than wooden ships of equal weight. " 2. That iron ships of equal strength can go on less draught of water than wooden ships. " 3. That iron ships can carry...  The Fleet of the Future; Iron Or Wood - Page 6by John Scott Russell - 1861 - 57 pagesFull view - About this book
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...than wooden ships. " 4. That they are more durable. " 5. That they are safer against the sea. " G. That they are safer against fire. " 7. That they are much safer .against cxplo" sive shells. " 8. That they are much safer against rod" hot shot. " 9. That they are much safer... | |
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...stronger than wooden ships of equal weight. 2. That iron ships of equal strength can go on less draught of water than wooden ships. 3. That iron ships can...explosive shells. 8. That they are much safer against molten metal. 9. That they are much safer against red-hot shot. 10. That they can be made impregnable... | |
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...stronger than wooden ships of equal weight. " 2. That iron ships of equal strength can go on less draught of water than wooden ships. " 3. That iron ships can...can be made impregnable even against solid shot." As Sir H. Douglas had attacked the construction and sailing -qualities of the Great Eastern, his opponent... | |
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