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m the top of the mast to the bowsprit andfrom the bowsprit to the stem to keep the bowsprit inits proper place. The stays from the mast to the bow-sprit are known as forestays and upon them smallsails are run up or down which are known as jibs,forestaysails, etc. (Chapter IV). Many boats whichdo… … Standing Rigging, Masts, Etc. I—Polemast. 2—Mast with topmast. 3—Mast with topmast andtopgallant mast. 4—Bowsprit with jib boom. 5—Pole bow-sprit. 6—Foremast. 7—Mainmast. 8—Mizzen mast. 9—Jigger or spanker mast. A—Forestay. B—Backstays. C—Shrouds or side stays. D—Topmast stay. E—Fore topmast stay.…
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