hulks (watercraft by form)
- Scope note
- Cargo vessels or warships of the Middle Ages through the 16th century usually having a curved stem, straight sternpost after about 1200, clinker planking, and castles at the bow and stern; earlier vessels were relatively small, but 15th- and 16th-century examples could exceed 500 tons deadweight capacity; originally developed in northern Europe, but were eventually widespread.
- Date of creation: 18-Nov-2024
Accepted term: 18-Nov-2024