The Royal Navy's Darkest Night & The Origins of Longitude
Dan Snow's History Hit
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Navigating Treacherous Waters
The chapter delves into the challenges of navigating dangerous rocks near the UK coast, emphasizing the strategic importance and historical difficulties faced by sailors due to limited tools and knowledge. It discusses the concept of dead reckoning in navigation, highlighting the limitations and risks involved in relying on speed and compass courses. The narrative explores a tragic maritime disaster that spurred advancements in navigation, showcasing the crucial role of accurate navigation in preventing catastrophic events at sea.
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