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Greek Trireme
The Greek trireme was one of the most effective warships of the ancient world
Viking Longboats
Exceptionally fast ships built for raiding and war. Includes the replica Odin's Raven
Arab Pearling Dhows
Long thin-hulled Arab pearling dhows and the extraordinary evolution of astral navigation
Chinese Ship Building
Innovations in boat design including centre-line rudders and watertight compartments
Square Rigged Clippers
British square rigged clippers were fast yacht-like vessels with three masts
The SS Great Britain
The world's first big iron-hulled propeller driven steam ship built by IK Brunel in 1843
