Model of the screw-propeller steamship Watergeus c. 1863
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This detailed model of the screw-propeller steamship *Watergeus* was crafted around 1863 by the Rijkswerf Amsterdam, a Dutch state-owned shipyard. The model, measuring 79 cm long and 35.5 cm high, showcases the intricate details of the ship's design, including its masts, rigging, and the steam engine, a testament to the advancements in naval technology in the 19th century. The model offers a glimpse into the shipbuilding practices of the period and the importance of steamships in maritime transport and commerce.
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The design of the Watergeus was based on the CSS Alabama, a sloop-of-war deployed for commerce raiding by the southern states during the American Civil War. The vessel’s outward appearance of a merchant ship was misleading, as her high, armoured sides concealed some considerable firepower. She was fitted with a double-screw propeller, which could be raised, and had a retract-able steam funnel.
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