Most people know that the ship “Santa Maria” or La Santa María de la Inmaculada Concepción was the flagship of Christopher Columbus’ journey to the Americas.
However, people may not realize that there is very little historical evidence regarding exactly what the “Santa Maria” looked like, or how it was built. There was little to no documentation regarding ship building in 1492, and this ship was scuttled and its lumber used for shelter not long after its initial voyage.
Finishing Details – Ropes, Pulleys & Flags
There is always a mixture of feelings nearing the end of a build. The sense of accomplishment is only slightly diminished by the sense of ending – and that you’re … well … finished. At any rate, as I near the end of the build I started working on some of the finishing details. A…
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Running Rigging – Mainmast & Topsail
The main mast running rigging is usually the most complicated on the ship. Because the yard itself and the sail are both so large, the rigging needed to keep everything in place – particularly under heavy winds – is heavier and more intricate. However, the basics are the same as the other yards and sails.…
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Running Rigging – Foremast & Bowsprit
The Foremast is the front mast of the ship located on the foredeck. Once again, the yard itself is attached to the foremast using a parrel made up of trucks (small round balls) and ribs (larger spacers). The Parrel is tightened and loosened with the parrel rope rigged to a tacked and the halyard. The…
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The Lehman Shipyard 