Carrack
Maritime & Aviation

Carrack

Late medieval–early modern period

A carrack was a large ocean-going sailing ship with a high-sided hull and multiple masts. Its carrying capacity supported expanding trade, exploration and naval activity.

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A carrack was a large ocean-going sailing ship with a high-sided hull and multiple masts. Its carrying capacity supported expanding trade, exploration and naval activity.

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Documented image of this machine or its operating principle; see image credits for the original date and subject.

Image: Portuguese_Carracks_off_a_Rocky_Coast.jpg
Creator: Unknown authorUnknown author
License: Public domain

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