Remarks on Ramsgate Harbour, Showing the Dangers to Which Vessels Are Liable in

Language: English

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

0282969780 / 9780282969783

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Print on Demand. This book is a collection of remarks on the tragic events that occurred during a storm off Ramsgate, where several ships were wrecked and many lives were lost. The author, a flag officer in the navy, witnessed the devastation firsthand and was moved to share his observations on the causes of the disaster and propose measures to prevent similar tragedies in the future. The author argues that the lack of sufficient sail on the ships, leading to their inability to navigate the narrow entrance of Ramsgate Harbour, was a major contributing factor to the wrecks. He also criticizes the presence of a large crowd of spectators on the pier, who hindered the efforts of the sailors trying to save their fellow crew members. The author proposes several practical solutions to address these issues, including restricting access to the pier during emergencies, providing financial incentives for saving lives, and equipping the pier with lifeboats and other rescue equipment. Overall, this book is a valuable contribution to the discussion of maritime safety and a testament to the author's deep concern for the well-being of sailors. Its insights on the importance of proper preparation, effective coordination, and swift response during emergencies remain relevant today, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in maritime history or safety. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Title
Remarks on Ramsgate Harbour, Showing the Dangers to Which Vessels Are Liable in
Author
J. W. Spranger
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Forgotten Books
Publication year
2018
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Paperback
Language
English
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9780282969783
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.

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