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  Turtle ship - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The turtle ship (also known as Geobukseon or Kobukson by its Korean name) was a large warship belonging to panokseon class in Korea under the Joseon Dynasty between the 15th century and 18th century.
Turtle ships equipped with at least five different types of cannons were in use during Hideyoshi's invasions of Korea.
The turtle ship was equipped with Chon(Heaven), Ji(Earth), Hyun(Black), Hwang(Brown), and Seung(Victory) cannons.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Turtle_ship   (1992 words)

  
 Turtle Ship
The famed "Turtle Ship" built by Admiral Yi Sun-sin during a Japanese invasion of Korea (1592-1598) and used to defeat the Japanese Navy.
During the IM JIN WAR (Korean and Japanese; 1592-1598), under Admiral YI's command, the turtle ships were engaged as the vanguard and brought the seas under their control to lead the country to victory.
The turtle ship had it's deck made firm with boards from two inches to a foot thick, and it was roofed with iron plates on boards, and numberless spikes on them which prevented the enemy from boarding.
www.korean-arts.com /dolls_figurines/wood_and_stoneware/turtle_ship.htm   (423 words)

  
 Handshouse Building the Replica of David Bushnell’s Turtle
In his return from the ship to New York, he was discovered by the enemy as he passed near Governors Island, They took chase and in an effort to escape, Ezra Lee cast off the timed mine, as he imagined it retarded him in the heavy swells of the harbor.
Despite the failure to sink the ship, it was the first attempt to end a naval blockade using a submarine, and marked the beginning of the development of the submarine by the American Navy.
The Turtle replica performed similarly as the original described by Ezra Lee and David Bushnell in 1776 and the mock bomb successfully attached and deployed, albeit with difficulty.
www.handshouse.org /turtle.html   (1297 words)

  
 Yi Sun-shin Home
Amid the spikes is a narrow, cross-shaped alley that serves as a passageway along the roof for the crew to use.
In battle, the Kobukson would charge an enemy ship and, once the gargoyle’s head had breached its hull, cannon balls would be fired from the dragon’s head into the breach as the ship withdrew.
The gargoyle had the further effect of improving the ship’s hydrodynamic performance by cutting the waves as the ship sped along, thus increasing its ramming speed.
www.koreanhero.net /ru/TurtleShip.htm   (1067 words)

  
 WizKids - Pirates of the Spanish Main
The turtle ship is one of those unique ship constructs that served a purpose and may have been a precursor to other, more interesting ships.
To replicate that ability, we created our turtle ship with two additional pieces that snap on over the deck to represent the “shell.” When a turtle ship is shot, you remove one of those as you would remove a mast.
If derelict, this ship gains a base move of S. Also, the shell was usually spiked or trapped in some way, meaning that you can’t board her when attacking, although the turtle ship crew can board if they choose to.
www.wizkidsgames.com /pirates/article.asp?cid=40587   (718 words)

  
 Rudy DiMickele's TaeKwonDo   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
The ship had a covered deck which was armor plated and had many sharp spikes and spears proruding from it to prevent enemy boarding.
One of the most often seen is a statue of Admiral Yi and his Turtle Ship in downtown Seoul at the intersection of Sejong-no and Chong-no in the center of the city.
In Chinhae, a replica of the Turtle Ship floats in the bay and in Hansan Bay stands a lighthouse atop a replica of a Turtle Ship which is still a favorite tourist attraction.
www.franklinsidekicks.com /Yisunshin.htm   (801 words)

  
 Welcome to PaperMagic - Admiral Yi & Turtle Ship
In 1011, spear ships that prevented enemy ships from approaching were in use and warships equipped with gun powder and firearms appeared by the year 1150.
The traditional naval battles have been mainly fought by jumping onto and capturing enemy ships, however since the Turtle Ship is entirely covered with planks and sharp spears, the opposing enemy could not jump aboard.
The Turtle Ship is built by sturdy red pine trees with a thickness of 12 cm.
papermagic.co.kr /html/english/culture1_lee.htm   (906 words)

  
 .:: Sea Turtle Update Report  -  ProFauna  INDONESIA ::.
The decrease of turtle consumption more rely on the fact of high number of confiscation towards turtle catching; one example was the arresting of Maliani, a captain of turtle catching ship.
The turtles were carried from holding pen belonged to Kami by car numbered DK 9635 DV.Beside shipping alive, some of the turtles were killed in holding pen.
According to Maliani’s statement one of the captain of sea turtle ship, 4,5 is part for Wewe, 1,5 for the captain, and 1 part is for the shipman.
www.profauna.or.id /English/turtle-update-report.html   (3457 words)

  
 A Model Ships Museum on Granville Island, history, art, pictures and photographs
Turtle ships were built by Koreans 400 years ago when Admiral Lee Sun-Shin predicted a Japanese invasion.
Ships at that time were built for speed with a shape that could ram into other ships.
The Turtle crew, 130 to 150 men, could see from the inside of the ship but could not be seen from the outside.
www.modelshipsmuseum.ca /ships/collection/index.cfm/depth/SI/item/M001216/museum/-1/search/turtle   (212 words)

  
 The American Turtle
The original Turtle was built in 1776 by David Bushnell, and was the first submarine to be used in combat.The Turtle was first launched for combat on September 6, 1776.
Although the attempt at destroying the enemy ship was unsuccessful, the mistake was human and not mechanical, and the Turtle revolutionized the way future water battles would be fought.
The building of the Turtle is expected to be finished sometime in the spring of next year, at which time the US Navy will be supplying all the technological parts.
www.oldsaybrook.k12.ct.us /HSWebsite/Turtle_Webpage/Turtle.html   (340 words)

  
 Turtle Ship
Increased Korean resistance, Chinese intervention, and the famous turtle ships all conspired to defeat the Japanese.
Koreans are justly proud of the turtle ship, the first ironclad warship in world history, first used in 1592 and mounting several cannon and a flame thrower.
In 1886, a turtle ship was used against the American ship General Sherman but was ineffective.
johnhamill.tripod.com /turtle.html   (133 words)

  
 PlanetPapers - Submarines in the Revolutionary and Civil Wars
When the torpedo hit the enemy ship and detonated the Pioneer III and the men would theoretically be unharmed and would only have to suffer a slight jolt from the explosion.
When the submarine was pulled out, it was found out that Hunley had allowed the ship to submerge incredibly fast and the tanks that held the water over-flowed into the cabin and thus drowning everyone and sinking the ship.
The ship he built in 1862 was called the Alligator because it was longer and thinner than the South’s ships.
www.planetpapers.com /Assets/3525.php   (2024 words)

  
 Seemotive, Turtle Boats, Admiral Yi Sun Shin
Although the turtle boat was relatively heavy ship, the builders had paid attention to speed during its construction.
The turtle boat was not only the first iron-armored warship of the world, but also a well developed and successful weapon of its time.
More than 500 Japanese ships awaited him at the port, but by clever use of fireships and tactics the Koreans were able sink approximately half of the enemy ships.
www.shipsonstamps.org /Topics/html/turtle.htm   (1409 words)

  
 Korea Travel: Chungyeolsa (Shrine) (Gyeongsang (South) Province)
The famous iron clad Turtle Ship was made in 1591 by Admiral Yi.
This Turtle Ship was built on January 31, 1980, by the Korea Navy using military reports of the original vessels.
A personal journal of Admiral Yi and other related records were included in the exhibit after their authenticity was ascertained by Yi Eun-Sang and 16 other leading experts on turtle ships and the life of Admiral Yi Sun-Shin.
www.lifeinkorea.com /cgi-bin/travel2.cfm?TravelID=327   (407 words)

  
 The Failure of the 16th Century Japanese Invasions of Korea
This turtle ship, so named due to its shape, is considered to be the world's first ironclad battleship; however, there seems to be some disagreement about its exact design.
Another source states that the turtle ship was not an ironclad at all, but that it had a wooden deck "spiked with sharp pieces of metal" (Elisonas 278).
Although there are conflicting reports as to whether or not the turtle ship was clad in protective iron, there seems to be agreement on other specifications of the ship.
www2.hawaii.edu /~sford/research/turtle   (3509 words)

  
 All Empires History Forum: Admiral YI Sun Shin   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Although he didnt design the turtle ship, as claimed, he greatly improved it and made new ones, in addition to his panokson and good cannons he would troll around the southern coast of Korean shores and trap japanese ships between the islands and in bad areas and blow them to smithereens.
It was 1pm, and Japanese ships were colliding onto the sides, themselves, and the sharp rocks, because the knots moved so quickly--11 knots.
But the Japanese ships who couldn't retreat because of the current charged foward in bunches...after the Japanese leader died, slowly the Japanese ships retreated-themselves damaged by current around the area.
www.allempires.com /forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=615   (2280 words)

  
 Ponty and the Lost City of Atlantis 30
The turtle had climbed too high; its weight was making the tree creak and groan.
It was very hard keeping his balance because the turtle was quite high up now, and with every move it made, the tree swayed and creaked.
The turtle started moving towards the tree again, and the pirates, who were still climbing down, screamed and began to climb up again.
www.duckquacks.com /ATLANTIS/atlantis30.htm   (1090 words)

  
 Baby Boat - maternity, nursing, baby
Twilight Turtle, the first and only plush planetarium ever created, gently transforms nurseries and bedrooms into a starry sanctuary that comforts and calms children and adults alike.
Twilight Turtle is more than just a soothing bedtime companion, he is also an interactive and educational toy.
The life size Twilight Turtle is 14 inches head to tail and stands 5 inches high.
www.babyboatshop.com /ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=cloudb-tturtle   (221 words)

  
 Age Of Empires II Civilisations - Koreans   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
With the exception of the demolition ships and elite cannon galleon, all manner of naval shipping is available, including a unique Korean unit known as a turtle ship.
The turtle ship is an armored warship with a powerful, albeit short-range, cannon.
Although this unit is expensive as a war wagon at a price of 200 wood and 200 gold, the turtle ship has a tremendous capacity to absorb damage.
feroz.letzebuerg.org /aoe/civilisation.php?civ=koreans   (1345 words)

  
 MacNN | Illuminate Labs to ship Turtle 2 for Maya next month
Turtle, which can open and render extremely large scenes with advanced lighting effects, is fully integrated in the Maya GUI and uses native Maya shading networks.
Turtle is available for Maya 6.0 and newer for $1,200 (workstation license) or $1000 (renderfarm license).
Turtle 2 is based on the second-generation of the LiquidLight technology platform.
www.macnn.com /articles/05/07/28/turtle.2.for.maya   (683 words)

  
 Traps: Animal, Fish and Bird, Trapping Supplies
This trap was designed with a live bait cage to catch coyotes, dogs, large cats (Bobcats), etc. Constructed of 3/8 inch steel rod, covered with 12 and 1/2 gauge 2 x 4 inch galvanized welded length wire.
The turtle trap is made of 1" x 1" x 36" 14 gauge wire.
To bait repeating turtle trap; place bait in bait box that is located in holding compartment.
www.aaoobfoods.com /traps.htm   (522 words)

  
 Sideshow World, Sideshow Performers from around the world, Freak, Central,.
I have seen a few turtle pellets that have been bitten a bit, so I believe they are eating.
The turtle will be shipped with heater packs to keep it warm, and will be packed securely with NEW packing materials.
NO REFUNDS unless the turtle arrives D.O.A. If that were to happen, the buyer will be contacted with instructions on returning the turtle.
www.sideshowworld.com /4Sale2headed.html   (589 words)

  
 Admiral Yi's Iron Turtle - Asia Finest Discussion Forum
A Turtle Boat was equipped with a ram as well as a dragon's head on the prow.
That korean battle ship was a splendid weapon.
Japan lost the war to this ship and on the second attempt the chinese helped the koreans push japanese back into the sea.
www.asiafinest.com /forum/index.php?showtopic=4008   (927 words)

  
 16th Century Korean Turtle Ship - RC Groups
As the turtle boats are propelled by "sculling" oars as opposed to "rowing" oars are the motors placed to provide side to side motion?
one is that i had to have two separate motors to control each side so that the turtle ship will make turns by 'sculling' only one side.
this ship is called 'panokson' which means 'ship with a house (or a pavilion) on top'.
www.rcgroups.com /forums/showthread.php?t=421729   (1237 words)

  
 turtle trader jailed   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Mr Maliani, Captain of a turtle hunting ship, was given a sentence of 8 months in jail and a fine of 1 million Indonesian Rupiah by the court.
Born Free supports an ongoing campaign against illegal trade in turtles by the Indonesian group KSBK.
We wrote a letter to the judge presiding over this case and the Governor of Bali urging them to take a strong line on this and other similar cases currently before them.
www.bornfree.org.uk /news095.htm   (118 words)

  
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 Ponty and the Lost City of Atlantis 29
Dirk stood with his first mate, Jonathan, on a big wooden platform on top of the turtle ship and glared at the pirates in the water.
They weren't happy about sailing on a giant turtle, but they knew what Dirk was like when he lost his temper.
The other pirates were all sitting in the tree now, chattering nervously like a tribe of monkeys as the turtle climbed higher and higher.
www.duckquacks.com /ATLANTIS/atlantis29.htm   (1223 words)

  
 Yi Sun-shin Home
As the Lord High Admiral of the Korean fleet under the Choson Dynasty, Yi Sun-sin led the fight against the Japanese during their invasion of Korea in 1592.
He turned back the enemy fleet of Japanese invaders with his innovative turtle ships, and became to many Koreans a national hero.
He was shot by a stray bullet in the final battle at Noryang in November 1598, and died.
www.koreanhero.net /en/home.htm   (97 words)

  
 Korea Travel: Naval Academy Museum (Gyeongsang (South) Province)
Iron rods strengthened the structure of ships while charging tactics became quite common during battles.
The front part of the ship was shaped as a dragon head, where the mouth served as a gun port.
Most enemy ships attacked by these cannons were badly damaged or burnt and sank during naval battles.
www.lifeinkorea.com /Travel2/skyongsang/289   (477 words)

  
 who's seen that Turtle ship on the screenshots? - Flying Lab Software Forums   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Two turtle ship's and a partrigde in a pear tree
I'm assuming you don't know that the Turtle Ship is not a ship shaped like a giant turtle.
Turtle ships were long gone by the year of 1720.
www.flyinglab.com /forums/showthread.php?p=301263   (927 words)

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