Chatterton, E. Keble (Edward Keble), 1878-1944 · London : Sidgewick & Jackson, litd · leaf 406
when it is stated that until this device wasemployed ships ready for launching were sometimesdetained on the stocks for a considerable period untilnatural bent timbers could be found, it will be seenthat Sir Robert Seppings, the inventor, was performingan excellent service to the Admiralty. And… … < o
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