Fluyt

A fluyt or a flute (pronounced as "flight") is a type of sailing ship originally designed as a dedicated cargo vessel.

Related Topics:
Sailing ship - Cargo vessel

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Originating from the Netherlands in the 17th Century, the vessel type was designed to facilitate trans oceanic delivery with the maximum of space and crew efficiency.

Related Topics:
Netherlands - 17th Century

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To that end, the standard design minimized, or completely eliminated, its armaments to maximized available cargo space and used block and tackle extensively to facilitate ship operations.

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This ship class was credited in enhancing Dutch competitiveness in international trade.

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