Marine Systems: Welcome

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These definitions are from the Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary.  To HEAR the word pronounced, click on the link and find the speaker icon at the top of the entry. 

To access the full text of Professional Boatbuilder or Yachting:

• Click on the either link below to access the Professional Boatbuilder or Yachting.  Keyword searchable issues are available from 2005. 
• You will need a username and password.  If you don't have that information, check with the librarian.
• Click on "Search within this publication" which is located on the right-hand side of the screen
• On the next screen, click on "Advanced Search" which will bring up a screen where you can add your keywords
• Type in your keyword or keywords to get a list of related articles
• Click on the title of the article to get information (date, author, abstract, etc.) about the article
• Click on PDF (right of screen) to read the full text of the article.
• You can also SAVE, PRINT, or EMAIL your article.

The Building of the Ship

"Build me straight, O worthy Master!
  Stanch and strong, a goodly vessel,
That shall laugh at all disaster,
  And with wave and whirlwind wrestle!" 

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow was born in Portland, Maine, in 1807.