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longship [ˈlɒŋˌʃɪp] n
(Transport / Nautical Terms) a narrow open vessel with oars and a square sail, used esp by the Vikings during medieval times How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Any place within reach of Viking longships was in peril--especially England, surrounded by seas. He implemented some innovative defensive measures, such as a conscription system for alternative service in the military and in agriculture, a shipbuilding program with vessels of his own design to oppose the Danish longships (whence he was called "The father of the British Navy"), and a system of fortified towns (buhrs) for defence against land-invaders--this latter was never fully implemented by his officials. Two kinds of Viking boats were the Longship and the _______________. |
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