Terry describes bolt rope and its function as part of a sail
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This month's artifact started out as a mysterious and hotly debated object. After several years, we can finally put the mystery to rest with a positive identification.
Former QAR Conservator and artillery expert Erik Farrell shares his observations on our collection of Swedish 1-pounder cannon
Several medical instruments have been discovered on the shipwreck, including a cautery iron.
Terry defines a chainplate and describes its function aboard a sailing ship.
Daniel shares a specialized tool in our collection, its use, and other associated artifacts
Kim writes about analyzing coal from site 31CR314, La Concorde/Queen Anne's Revenge
Terry describes one of the important elements for properly rigging a ship - the deadeye.
Terry writes about one of the many carpentry tools from La Concorde/QAR - the lathing hammer.