Shotline Diving’s Glossary Terms

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Walking Beam Engine

Walking Beam Engine: A type of steam engine commonly used on 19th-century paddle steamers. The…

War of 1812

Glossary Term: War of 1812 Definition: The War of 1812 was a conflict fought between the United…

Warren Lo

https://www.warrenlophotography.com Warren Lo is a Canadian photographer and scuba diving instructor based in Toronto, Ontario. His…

Washington Island Shipyard

Washington Island Shipyard served as a hub for the construction, repair, and maintenance of various…

Watertown Daily Times

 • Publication Period: The Watertown Daily Times has been in publication since 1870.    • Frequency: Published…

Wellesley Island

Wellesley Island  A neighboring island in the Thousand Islands region that houses the Boldt Castle Boat…

Whaleback

Whaleback: A distinctive type of cargo vessel with a rounded hull and deck designed by…

Whaleback

Whalebacks  • Description: Cargo vessels with a unique rounded hull design to reduce water resistance, powered…

Windlass

Windlass: A type of winch on a ship, used to raise the anchor or other…

Windsor, Ontario

Windsor, Ontario  • Located across the river from Detroit, Windsor is known for its automotive industry…

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