This clip shows a 19th century percussion punt gun being used, but the 18th century flintlock version was used in the same way. Flintlock punt guns were still being used when I was a youngster.
Saturday, 3 October 2009
Friday, 2 October 2009
My New Frock Coat.
I probably do not have a need for a frock coat, but I like the style so much I just had to have one. I am sure I will find occasion to wear it.
I studdied many period paintings before settling on this cuffless design, there seemed to be some blurring/overlapping of garment types between the sleeved weskit and the frock coat. Ones without sleeves appeared more in late 17thc. to early to mid 18th century paintings both in England and France.
This coat is in grey wool with pewter buttons and vents at the back for wearing a sword.
Now I need a sword!
Thursday, 1 October 2009
Did Woodsrunners & Traders Have Trouble With Pirates?!
Original Pirate flag. Not all pirate flags were the same but often included skulls and crossed bones in it's design.
There were women pirates too!
"pirates in great numbers infest the Hudson River at its mouth and waylay vessels on their way to Albany. . . ."
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