The racing log canoe: Ancient traditions alive on the Chesapeake Bay.
| dc.contributor.advisor | ||
| dc.contributor.author | Forbes, Nelson | en_US |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2014-06-20T18:44:51Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2014-06-20T18:44:51Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 1989 | |
| dc.description | Director: Carroll Van West. | en_US |
| dc.description.abstract | The Chesapeake Bay racing log canoe is one of the most unique indigenous craft on the Bay, and is a significant maritime artifact of material culture. This thesis studies the racing log canoe and the traditions which have given rise to its creation and evolution. In addition, a study of comparative experiences, involving the design, construction, evolution, and use of log canoes from around the world is presented. | en_US |
| dc.description.abstract | In addition, this thesis will evaluate the performance of the racing canoes in regatta conditions. | en_US |
| dc.description.abstract | Included in the appendices: data and dimensions of the racing canoes, the rules for the Governor's Cup Regatta, and lines plans of racing and other canoes. (Abstract shortened with permission of author.). | en_US |
| dc.description.degree | M.S. | en_US |
| dc.identifier.uri | http://jewlscholar.mtsu.edu/handle/mtsu/4191 | |
| dc.publisher | Middle Tennessee State University | en_US |
| dc.subject.lcsh | History, General | en_US |
| dc.subject.lcsh | Anthropology, Cultural | en_US |
| dc.subject.lcsh | Transportation | en_US |
| dc.subject.lcsh | Engineering, Marine and Ocean | en_US |
| dc.subject.lcsh | History, General | en_US |
| dc.subject.lcsh | Anthropology, Cultural | en_US |
| dc.subject.lcsh | Transportation | en_US |
| dc.subject.lcsh | Engineering, Marine and Ocean | en_US |
| dc.thesis.degreegrantor | Middle Tennessee State University | en_US |
| dc.thesis.degreelevel | Masters | en_US |
| dc.title | The racing log canoe: Ancient traditions alive on the Chesapeake Bay. | en_US |
| dc.type | Thesis | en_US |
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