Mayflower
€520.00
Dimension: Length 64 x Width 23.5 x Height 55 cm
Grade B / Quality Superior
Construction of the boat:
- We place a double layer of plank on the hull, Teak wood.
- Decks made with small planks of Oak wood.
- Masts and other pieces on the deck are made Teak and Acajou wood.
- Sculptures, Anchors and canons are molded in Zinc metal and painted.
- Sails made with Cotton.
- Ropes are cotton and nylon waxed in the bee wax to do the rigging.
Description
Mayflower Ship Model
Origin: England
Year: 1620
The Mayflower was an English ship that transported the first English Puritans, known today as the Pilgrims. From Plymouth, England, to the New World in 1620.
Therefore, it was believed that there were 102 passengers, and the crew is estimated to have been about 30. Nevertheless, Mayflower crew’s about exact number is unknown.
Mayflower ship has become a cultural icon in the history of the United States. However, the Pilgrims signed the Mayflower Compact prior to leaving the ship and establishing Plymouth Colony.
In addition, there was a second ship named Mayflower, which made the London to Plymouth, Massachusetts, voyage several times. Most importantly, Mayflower was a square rig with a beakhead bow and high, castle-like structures. The main deck from the elements designs that were typical with English merchant ships of the early 17th century.
On the other hand, Mayflower, stern carried a 30-foot high, square aft-castle which made the ship extremely difficult to sail against the wind.
As a result, the voyage from England to America took more than two months. Finally, the Mayflower’s return trip to London in April-May 1621 took less than half that time.
In conclusion, There were 26 vessels bearing the name Mayflower in the Port Books of England during the reign of James I (1603–1625); it is not known why the name was so popular.
Additional information
| Weight | 8 kg |
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| Dimensions | 74 × 33.5 × 65 cm |
