| 单词 | brigantine |
| 例句 | A brigantine was moored off the island’s opposite shore, its sails hanging limp and useless. Six of Crows 2015-09-29T00:00:00Z On a morning in mid-April, 1687, the brigantine Dolphin left the open sea, sailed briskly across the Sound to the wide mouth of the Connecticut River and into Saybrook harbor. The Witch of Blackbird Pond 1958-12-01T00:00:00Z The sailors by the brigantine’s longboat lifted their arms, waves gathering behind them. Six of Crows 2015-09-29T00:00:00Z Then two more figures launched themselves from the deck of the brigantine. Six of Crows 2015-09-29T00:00:00Z To restore his health, he dropped out at age 19, in 1834, signed on to a California-bound brigantine voyage — as anyone would, right? — and returned to Boston whole in body if not in spirit. Go ahead and rub L.A.'s winter sunshine in people's faces. We've been doing it forever 2022-01-11T05:00:00Z Zebu is a registered historic traditional brigantine rigged tall ship and was declared the National Historic Ships regional flagship of the year for the north-west in 2020. Holyhead: Historical tall ship Zebu stuck on breakwater 2021-05-16T04:00:00Z En route, they had built a larger boat—a brigantine—appropriate for the ever-widening waters, and they were attacked by a tribal force that included women warriors. Tabula Rasa: Volume One 2020-01-06T05:00:00Z And the brigantines and the rest of the European military technology also won Cortés thousands of allies among Native American groups that were hostile to Aztec rule. This Is How Europe Came to Dominate the World by the 20th Century 2015-10-12T04:00:00Z To this day, what turned that brigantine into a ghost ship remains a maritime mystery. The Head-Scratching Case of the Vanishing Bees 2014-09-28T04:00:00Z He spent weeks on a 150-foot-long brigantine combing the Pacific for the Great Garbage Patch, an area about twice the size of France where marine currents accumulate the world’s discarded and degraded plastic rubbish. Green Blog: The Darker Thrills of Ecotourism 2012-06-05T15:56:34Z I expect the brigantine to starboard has a rope out. Wyndham's Pal 2012-04-04T02:00:54.360Z Nicuesa was able to start in much more gallant style, with four large vessels and two brigantines. The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 3 2012-04-03T02:00:31.900Z In fulfilment of these views, he set sail, and in four days after, captured and burnt a brigantine loaded with flaxseed, near Cape Clear. Curiosities of Human Nature 2012-04-03T02:00:27.167Z In 1779 he was in New York and was commissioned as captain of an armed vessel, the brigantine "British Tar," 65 men. The Loyalists of Massachusetts And the Other Side of the American Revolution 2012-04-02T02:00:25.387Z This man had been sailing in the fleet of little traders that have Punta Arenas for headquarters, but had signed articles on the brigantine, and was in duty bound to return in her to England. The Gold Diggings of Cape Horn A Study of Life in Tierra del Fuego and Patagonia 2012-03-13T02:00:27.187Z All these preparations, however, proved unnecessary, as the English never appeared, but it was eventually discovered that they had captured a brigantine and another vessel. An Historical View of the Philippine Islands, Vol II (of 2) Exhibiting their discovery, population, language, government, manners, customs, productions and commerce. 2012-03-03T03:00:18.053Z They built seven brigantines, probably the first specimens of scientific ship building on the Mississippi, and then dropped down the river. Norman's New Orleans and Environs Containing a Brief Historical Sketch of the Territory and State of Louisiana and the City of New Orleans, from the Earliest Period to the Present Time 2012-02-13T03:00:18.260Z Having ascended about a hundred leagues, they stopped to build a brigantine. Oregon and Eldorado or, Romance of the Rivers 2012-02-07T03:00:09.010Z An awning which was stretched over the quarter-deck had not been taken down, and as the brigantine approached the French frigate, there was no sign that her intentions were not of a peaceable nature. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z The two brigantines returned on the night of November 24. The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898, Volume 29 of 55 Explorations by Early Navigators, Descriptions of the Islands and Their Peoples, Their History and Records of the Catholic Missions, as Related in Contemporaneous Books and Manuscripts, Showing the Political, Economic, Commercial and Religious Conditions of Those Islands from Their Earliest Relations with European Nations to the Close of the Nineteenth Century 2012-02-03T03:00:18.817Z From Worcester Nicholas Wogan made his way to Bristol, and, taking passage there on a brigantine bound for Havre-de-Grace with a cargo of linen, got safely over into France. Parson Kelly 2012-01-28T03:00:30.303Z The steamer was now abreast of the brigantine, and in a little it drew ahead. Miranda of the Balcony A Story 2012-01-28T03:00:24.760Z He sailed in a brigantine with eighty men, and encountered no hostility from the natives. Oregon and Eldorado or, Romance of the Rivers 2012-02-07T03:00:09.010Z "Are you the officer in command of that brigantine?" the captain asked in surprise. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z There was but one sailing boat taking in cargo, and she a brigantine named the Richard, with the Norwegian flag painted on her sides. The Four Corners of the World 2012-01-26T03:00:15.920Z A short time after they were joined by three brigantines and a sloop from the same place. History of Halifax City 2012-01-26T03:00:13.263Z From the brigantine's course, she was evidently making for one of the western harbours. Miranda of the Balcony A Story 2012-01-28T03:00:24.760Z His people gathered round him; and, while they were thus occupied, the brigantines shot ahead. Oregon and Eldorado or, Romance of the Rivers 2012-02-07T03:00:09.010Z The story that the French frigate and her two prizes had been captured single-handed by the brigantine speedily circulated, and the men hastened into the boats with alacrity. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z His little brigantine, with a picked crew of twenty-six men—hunters by sea and land—cruised generally about the Cape de la Vela,158 waiting for merchant ships on their way from Maracaibo to Campeachy. The Monarchs of the Main, Volume I (of 3) Or, Adventures of the Buccaneers 2012-01-23T03:00:11.530Z The vessel being no longer fit for sea, they abandoned her at Lobos de la Mar, and embarking in a Spanish brigantine crossed the Pacific. The Monarchs of the Main, Volume II (of 3) Or, Adventures of the Buccaneers 2012-01-23T03:00:10.880Z Off Ushant she picked up a brigantine which Charnock watched from the hurricane deck without premonition, and indeed without more than a passing curiosity. Miranda of the Balcony A Story 2012-01-28T03:00:24.760Z The two brigantines parted company in the night. Oregon and Eldorado or, Romance of the Rivers 2012-02-07T03:00:09.010Z Two hours later the carpenters and boatswain's party had securely fixed the temporary rudder, and at daybreak the next morning the two frigates and the brigantine started on their westward voyage. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z Taking turtles at the Grand Caiman's islands, they sailed to the Havannah, and from the Bahamas went to Carolina, capturing a brigantine and two sloops. The Monarchs of the Main, Volume III (of 3) Or, Adventures of the Buccaneers 2012-01-23T03:00:10.207Z The men growing despondent and weary of the voyage, Dampier put thirty-four of them into a prize brigantine of seventy tons, and appointed one named Funnel as their commander. The Monarchs of the Main, Volume II (of 3) Or, Adventures of the Buccaneers 2012-01-23T03:00:10.880Z The brigantine dipped her head into a roller, lifted it, and shook the water off her decks in a cascade of snow. Miranda of the Balcony A Story 2012-01-28T03:00:24.760Z The old brigantine had arrived at the same place two days before them. Oregon and Eldorado or, Romance of the Rivers 2012-02-07T03:00:09.010Z The brigantine was heartily cheered by the crews of all the vessels in port, but it was naturally supposed that it was the Isis that had done the principal work in capturing the Spartane. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z For six days they lay off the bar of Charlestown, taking many vessels, and a brigantine laden with negroes. The Monarchs of the Main, Volume III (of 3) Or, Adventures of the Buccaneers 2012-01-23T03:00:10.207Z And you are to behave as if you were aboard the brigantine Excelsior—it will always be the brigantine Excelsior to me—and greet him in good round terms of the sea. The Sailor 2011-12-03T03:00:11.697Z The brigantine slid down the slope of a wave and hoisted her stern. Miranda of the Balcony A Story 2012-01-28T03:00:24.760Z They build from the excellent hard wood of the country, brigantines, schooners, lorchas, also cascos, and other craft for inland navigation and shallow waters. The Inhabitants of the Philippines 2011-11-23T03:00:21.653Z Later on engaged a pirate brigantine, the Agile, of ten guns, which had just captured a Spanish merchantman. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z In May 1721 they went to the West Indies, capturing a brigantine, which they plundered and sank, and then started for New England. The Monarchs of the Main, Volume III (of 3) Or, Adventures of the Buccaneers 2012-01-23T03:00:10.207Z Nevertheless Vetancourt, burned more than forty different foreign establishments, and succeeded in capturing an English brigantine of forty-four guns. Mexico, Aztec, Spanish and Republican Vol. 1 of 2 A Historical, Geographical, Political, Statistical and Social Account of That Country From the Period of the Invasion by the Spaniards to the Present Time; With a View of the Ancient Aztec Empire and Civilization; A Historical Sketch of the Late War; And Notices of New Mexico and California 2011-11-02T02:00:11.380Z These little accidents," said he, "a brigantine sighted off Ushant; a man going out for a walk! Miranda of the Balcony A Story 2012-01-28T03:00:24.760Z On the sixteenth of October, 1780, they set sail with fifty transports, escorted by Solano, seven ships, five frigates and three brigantines. The History of Cuba, vol. 2 2011-10-11T02:01:01.423Z The brigantine did not salute as she came into the port, as she was considered to be on the station. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z Low and Lowther always quarrelling, at last parted, Low taking forty-four hands in the brigantine, and leaving the same number in the sloop to Lowther. The Monarchs of the Main, Volume III (of 3) Or, Adventures of the Buccaneers 2012-01-23T03:00:10.207Z “Don’t forget to tell that your pirate brigantine was anchored out in the harbor,” put in Charlie. The Motor Maids' School Days 2011-09-17T02:00:33.303Z The brigantine was doing only a leisurely five knots--she was waiting for the dark, I conjectured. Miranda of the Balcony A Story 2012-01-28T03:00:24.760Z There were traders in the port, to-day, from the Bay Shore and the Isle of Kent, and some from the country back, to hear whether the brigantine had arrived. Rob of the Bowl, Vol. I (of 2) A Legend of St. Inigoe's 2011-09-11T02:00:10.443Z One was a barque, evidently a large merchantman; the other a brigantine. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z This man then conspired with the captain of the brigantine and his seventy hands, and agreed to desert Roberts, as they soon after did on the first opportunity. The Monarchs of the Main, Volume III (of 3) Or, Adventures of the Buccaneers 2012-01-23T03:00:10.207Z Detectives were engaged and other ships warned to keep a sharp lookout, but nothing was heard of the pirate brigantine. The Motor Maids' School Days 2011-09-17T02:00:33.303Z Off Ushant we came up with a brigantine, and I couldn't help fancying that her lines were familiar to me. Miranda of the Balcony A Story 2012-01-28T03:00:24.760Z Hark—another shot!—that is the true pass word between us:—Dickon, sure enough!—The brigantine is in the offing. Rob of the Bowl, Vol. I (of 2) A Legend of St. Inigoe's 2011-09-11T02:00:10.443Z The pirates, indeed, were completely deceived, but when at last they saw that the brigantine did not appear, they ran over to the guns. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z On their way to Africa they were deserted by a prize, a brigantine,244 which they had manned. The Monarchs of the Main, Volume III (of 3) Or, Adventures of the Buccaneers 2012-01-23T03:00:10.207Z One day, hardly aware of it, he walked the plank of a little brigantine—the Tropic Bird, some such name—and begged the captain to take him. Caybigan 2011-08-31T02:01:21.780Z The brigantine passed for a tramp out from Tarifa with a cargo of fruit. Miranda of the Balcony A Story 2012-01-28T03:00:24.760Z To-morrow night I shall finish my work; and you shall soon after hear, at St. Mary's, that the good and peaceful brigantine, the Olive Branch, has arrived from Holland. Rob of the Bowl, Vol. I (of 2) A Legend of St. Inigoe's 2011-09-11T02:00:10.443Z The brigantine was now three quarters of a mile away. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z We found she was a Spanish brigantine sent out purposely to capture us. Fire Cloud The Mysterious Cave. A Story of Indians and Pirates. 2011-08-09T02:00:29.010Z They careened and cleared them, and built a new brigantine. The Letters of Amerigo Vespucci and other documents illustrative of his career 2011-08-02T02:00:24.457Z For that brigantine caught fire and burned her papers just about the date when the Ten Brothers went ashore on Rosevear. Miranda of the Balcony A Story 2012-01-28T03:00:24.760Z "I had my dream of the brigantine two nights ago," replied the servitress; "and of the greedy kite that calls himself her master;—the shot must be his." Rob of the Bowl, Vol. I (of 2) A Legend of St. Inigoe's 2011-09-11T02:00:10.443Z The brigantine answered with her bow-chaser, but, as she was obliged to yaw each time she brought it to bear, she presently ceased firing. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z Naturally, his next command was a larger vessel—a brigantine, named La Royale, mounting ten guns, and his success continued unabated. Privateers and Privateering 2011-06-21T02:00:26.477Z The vessel chosen for the voyage was a merchant brigantine, the ‘Maria Crowther,’ having berth accommodation for a few passengers and due to sail from London about the middle of September. Life of John Keats His Life and Poetry, his Friends, Critics and After-fame 2011-06-10T02:00:19.290Z You've taken a fore-and-aft rigged brigantine, one of the handiest under Christian sail, and turned her into a square-rigger. Caribbee 2011-06-05T02:00:16.273Z This expedient saved four of the ships, but an unexpected movement of two large bergs crushed so completely the brigantine that she sank instantly, the crew barely escaping with their lives. Explorers and Travellers 2011-05-11T02:00:17.627Z The brigantine was hulled several times and her sails pierced, but her spars were still intact. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z When his cloak was thus thrown off, his chest and shoulders were seen covered with that peculiar sort of corslet or brigantine, which originally gave name to the bands called Brigands. Corse de Leon, Volume I (of 2) or, The Brigand; a Romance 2011-05-07T02:00:29.347Z He sailed from Bordeaux November 24, 1875, in the brigantine “Fred Eugene,” bound for Key West, and soon encountered stormy weather. Studies in the Out-Lying Fields of Psychic Science 2011-04-14T02:00:40.453Z Still, anchored alongside the Defiance were some of the most heavily armed brigantines in the New World—no bottom here carried fewer than thirty guns. Caribbee 2011-06-05T02:00:16.273Z With these ships—le Pelican, fifty guns; le Palmier, forty guns; le Profond, le Vespe, and a brigantine—Iberville entered the mouth of Hudson Strait on August 3d, and was immediately beset with heavy ice. Explorers and Travellers 2011-05-11T02:00:17.627Z "The ship has been retaken by his majesty's schooner Arrow, but we have not done with the brigantine yet, and any of you who have weapons and can use them may lend a hand." A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z The vessel was a low-built brigantine, with a flush deck, on either side of which was ranged a battery of six carronades—in all twelve guns. Captain Kyd, Vol. II or, The Wizard of the Sea 2011-04-11T02:00:12.290Z When his excellency entered the ship, we fired one-and-twenty guns, the Madagascar ship fired the like number, and the brigantine fifteen, having loaded her guns nimbly enough to fire twice. A New Voyage Round the World by a Course Never Sailed Before 2011-04-07T02:00:17.607Z On the 6th day of December, 1678," says Marshall, "La Salle, in his brigantine of ten tons, doubled the point where Fort Niagara now stands, and anchored in the sheltered waters of the river. The Falls of Niagara and Other Famous Cataracts 2011-03-26T02:00:15.717Z Well, that was the first time I ever seen Bully Hayston, though I did a few times afterwards, and the brigantine too. A Modern Buccaneer 2011-03-02T03:00:23.990Z There is the brigantine just coming round the point. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z For a few seconds after the disappearance of the brigantine there was a deep hush over the human throng. Captain Kyd, Vol. II or, The Wizard of the Sea 2011-04-11T02:00:12.290Z I was now to change faces again, and Captain Merlotte appeared as captain, all things being transacted in his name, and French captains were put into the brigantine, and into the Madagascar ship also. A New Voyage Round the World by a Course Never Sailed Before 2011-04-07T02:00:17.607Z Morning dawned, and the brigantine was well away, running with a fresh breeze from the colony of France, all hearts aboard as light as the frosty waves which kissed her sides. The Plowshare and the Sword A Tale of Old Quebec 2011-02-24T03:01:05.143Z We weren't hardly clear of Bora-bora when we sights a brigantine away to windward and bearing down on us before the wind. A Modern Buccaneer 2011-03-02T03:00:23.990Z "Yes, but she is not so fast as that brigantine." A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z The deceptive glare proved a decoy for the brigantine Dunkirk, also grain laden, bound for Lisbon, and she, too, was fired. Cruise and Captures of the Alabama 2011-01-30T03:00:18.733Z Look, the mast of the forward brigantine is down! The Pocket Bible or Christian the Printer A Tale of the Sixteenth Century 2011-01-27T03:00:40.940Z The brigantine righted herself with a flutter and a plunge, casting the snow from her yards, and the grinding of her keel made joyful music. The Plowshare and the Sword A Tale of Old Quebec 2011-02-24T03:01:05.143Z Then he gave some orders to the boat's crew, who pulled away to the brigantine. A Modern Buccaneer 2011-03-02T03:00:23.990Z You see, we had the weather gauge of her, captain, and the brigantine is both fast and handy. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z The Governor took one of the brigantines for himself, which he best liked. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z The brigantine that led was enveloped in a thick smoke which here and there was reddened by the ruddy glow of flames. The Pocket Bible or Christian the Printer A Tale of the Sixteenth Century 2011-01-27T03:00:40.940Z There was a momentary danger lest the brigantine should be crushed between the floes, but this peril was averted by the regularity of the current. The Plowshare and the Sword A Tale of Old Quebec 2011-02-24T03:01:05.143Z He shakes hands with her and the mate, jumps into the boat, and steers for the brigantine. A Modern Buccaneer 2011-03-02T03:00:23.990Z Even now, I should think, they are expecting to see the brigantine close behind us in chase, and don't suspect what we are up to. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z The first day they landed in a wood on the left hand of the river, and at night they withdrew themselves to the brigantines. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z If the brigantines of Captain Mirant do not arrive before night, we shall put up with hunger until night—and then we shall go out and dig for clams. The Pocket Bible or Christian the Printer A Tale of the Sixteenth Century 2011-01-27T03:00:40.940Z Their shelter was well hidden among the pines; the snowed-up brigantine resembled nothing so much as a rock bearing a few dead and stripped firs. The Plowshare and the Sword A Tale of Old Quebec 2011-02-24T03:01:05.143Z The Captain's description of the undaunted manner in which fifty of these noble islanders climbed up the side of the brigantine, and slashed away at the nettings with their heavy swords, was truly graphic. A Modern Buccaneer 2011-03-02T03:00:23.990Z As he spoke, the two guns which were already loaded were fired, and the men gave a cheer as two white patches appeared on the side of the brigantine. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z And coming to the side of the Governor's brigantine, one of the Indians entered, and said: A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z The enemy is firing upon my father's brigantines! The Pocket Bible or Christian the Printer A Tale of the Sixteenth Century 2011-01-27T03:00:40.940Z The brigantine was locked within a sheet of ice, and that mysterious silence which had so terrified Cabot the pioneer held all the land in thrall. The Plowshare and the Sword A Tale of Old Quebec 2011-02-24T03:01:05.143Z Stripped to the waist they fought gallantly and unflinchingly, though twelve of their number had been killed by the fire of musketry from the brigantine. A Modern Buccaneer 2011-03-02T03:00:23.990Z For by this time the brigantine had again opened fire. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z Those that were unarmed, seeing how they hurt them, left their oars and went under the deck: whereupon the brigantine began to cross, and to go where the current of the stream carried it. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z The four brigantines were sailing in single file before the wind with a full spread of canvas, towards the dangerous passage which they had to enter under the cross fire of the enemy's redoubts. The Pocket Bible or Christian the Printer A Tale of the Sixteenth Century 2011-01-27T03:00:40.940Z And one fine day the brigantine shook out her wealth of canvas and skimmed away westward, over the track of such brave vessels as the Pelican, the little Discovery, and the Puritan Mayflower. The Plowshare and the Sword A Tale of Old Quebec 2011-02-24T03:01:05.143Z At this stage three of the brigantine's crew lay dead and nearly all were wounded, Hayston having a fearful slash on the thigh. A Modern Buccaneer 2011-03-02T03:00:23.990Z The brigantine, as he afterwards heard, carried originally eighty hands. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z One of the armed men seeing this, without the commandment of the captain, made a footman to take an oar and steer the brigantine, he standing before him and defending him with his target. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z "The brigantines are returning to the open sea!" The Pocket Bible or Christian the Printer A Tale of the Sixteenth Century 2011-01-27T03:00:40.940Z At the risk of foundering, the caravel steadily approached the disabled brigantine. The Blacksmith's Hammer, or The Peasant Code A Tale of the Grand Monarch 2011-01-18T03:00:14.120Z He also gave nearly a thousand dollars' worth of powder and cartridges to the relatives of the men killed in attempting to cut off the brigantine. A Modern Buccaneer 2011-03-02T03:00:23.990Z There was a pause for a second or two, and then a burst of cheering as the gaff of the great mainsail of the brigantine was seen to collapse. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z Having left this brigantine they went to another, and fought with it half an hour; and so from one to another they fought with them all. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z The brigantines are sailing back again into the passage. The Pocket Bible or Christian the Printer A Tale of the Sixteenth Century 2011-01-27T03:00:40.940Z Driven by the storm, and already deprived of one of its masts, the French brigantine St. Eloi "fled before the gale," as mariners put it. The Blacksmith's Hammer, or The Peasant Code A Tale of the Grand Monarch 2011-01-18T03:00:14.120Z The wind did not rise and the brigantine rode still at anchor in the bay. The Pobratim A Slav Novel 2011-01-11T03:00:27.460Z Yes, she is six hundred tons, and the brigantine is about three hundred. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z Those of the brigantines environed them to defend them, and took them among them. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z The brigantine that had the dismantled vessel in tow sailed intrepidly into the passage, returning the enemy's fire from both broadsides. The Pocket Bible or Christian the Printer A Tale of the Sixteenth Century 2011-01-27T03:00:40.940Z A second dash of the sea finished and carried off the brigantine's rudder. The Blacksmith's Hammer, or The Peasant Code A Tale of the Grand Monarch 2011-01-18T03:00:14.120Z In the course of the afternoon, a brigantine passing near us, we hove her to, with a blank cartridge, when she showed us the Dutch colors. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z I was one of those who volunteered to go with him to drown the magazine of the brigantine next to us, and I tell you I never felt so scared in my life. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z Those which came after, as soon as they saw Calderan come to an anchor with his brigantine in the river, presently went thither, and came into the haven. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z The enemy's redoubts, especially the Bayhead, being the better equipped, replied to the brigantine. The Pocket Bible or Christian the Printer A Tale of the Sixteenth Century 2011-01-27T03:00:40.940Z Struck by these words Mademoiselle Plouernel followed with increased interest the manoeuvres of the caravel, that steadily tacked its way towards the distressed brigantine. The Blacksmith's Hammer, or The Peasant Code A Tale of the Grand Monarch 2011-01-18T03:00:14.120Z They both proved to be brigantines, and were American, as we had supposed:—one, the Ben. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z Two brigantines and a schooner were lying in line, within fifty yards of the opposite shore. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z They went up the river with their brigantines. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z His brother-in-law Mirant, the sailor, having to cross from La Rochelle to Dover, proposed that my father take ship with him on his brigantine. The Pocket Bible or Christian the Printer A Tale of the Sixteenth Century 2011-01-27T03:00:40.940Z As they were about to leave Cartagena harbor, a sail was descried at a distance, which proved to be a brigantine laden with soldiers who had enlisted with Ojeda. Vasco Nu?ez de Balboa 2011-01-02T03:00:18.200Z You will then deliver the brigantine to the Governor, for safe custody, until the orders of the Captain-General can be known in regard to her. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z By the time that the brigantine was got into position by the side of the boom the pirates had loaded again, and several shots struck her. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z And those of the brigantine sought not to land, but put themselves to sea, and returned to the Island of Cuba. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z Harry pointed seaward, toward the brigantine, moving through the water slowly.— A Runaway Brig; or, An Accidental Cruise 2011-01-02T03:00:16.390Z As many as possible crowded into the remaining brigantine, and sailed across the gulf, where they found the river and the town, just as Vasco Nu�ez had described them. Vasco Nu?ez de Balboa 2011-01-02T03:00:18.200Z To add to the gloominess of the prospect, we were comparatively out of the track of commerce, and had seen no sail, since we had overhauled the Spanish brigantine. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z The brigantine was therefore manned by drafts from other ships of war on the station. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z And he carried all the footmen in the brigantines, and coasting along the shore came to Apalache. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z What prompted him to suppose the ship was a brigantine were its overall dimensions, he said. A Brigantine Beneath Washington Street 2010-07-29T23:25:00Z In short, at the time Colmenares set out from Antigua, only sixty men survived of the five hundred who had sailed from Spain with Nicuesa, and but one brigantine was left of his fleet. Vasco Nu?ez de Balboa 2011-01-02T03:00:18.200Z She proved to be an English brigantine, from Nova Scotia, for Demerara. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z They are divided into two parties, and the last firing you heard was when they rushed down into the batteries, thinking, no doubt, to take revenge by sinking the brigantine and the two prizes. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z The Indians ceased not to come unto the brigantines as they were wont, and came in canoes. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z But they far exceeded them in the number of their frigates, brigantines, and vessels of smaller size. History of The Reign of Philip The Second King of Spain Volume The Third and Biographical & Critical Miscellanies He built a stockaded fort, repaired the dilapidated brigantines, ordered extensive fields to be cleared for planting with corn, and drilled his soldiers constantly. Vasco Nu?ez de Balboa 2011-01-02T03:00:18.200Z This mystified the new-comers, and they concluded that the two brigantines, though very like, could not be the same. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z Ten minutes later the brigantine appeared round the point; there was scarce a breath of wind, and she had two boats towing her. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z That which there was, they put into the brigantines, and into great canoes tied two and two together. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z Every day a fresh reinforcement of squadrons, or of single galleys or brigantines, under some brave adventurer, entered the harbour to swell the numbers of the great armada. History of The Reign of Philip The Second King of Spain Volume The Third and Biographical & Critical Miscellanies Balboa was highly elated by the tidings of a golden country not far distant, and, selecting a hundred and thirty of his best men, embarked them in two brigantines for the province of Coyba. Vasco Nu?ez de Balboa 2011-01-02T03:00:18.200Z Besides, there was a third brigantine in company, and she evidently was a new arrival. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z Both boats sank immediately, those of the crews who were uninjured swimming to the brigantine. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z The Governor made his captains, and gave to every one his brigantine, and took their oath and their word, that they would obey him, until they came to the land of the Christians. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z A French vessel, a pretty large brigantine, deeply laden, arrived here yesterday from Martinique. Familiar Letters of John Adams and His Wife Abigail Adams During the Revolution with a Memoir of Mrs. Adams One of these arboreal giants bent above Balboa's brigantine, with its branches screening the deck so effectually that the soldiers were nearly always in refreshing shade, even with the sun shining brightly at noonday. Vasco Nu?ez de Balboa 2011-01-02T03:00:18.200Z The three newly captured vessels were the bark West Wind, of Rhode Island; the bark Louisa Kilham, of Massachusetts, and the brigantine Naiad, of New York. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z Playford saw what his object was, and the remaining guns poured their charges of grape across the deck of the brigantine, committing terrible havoc. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z Every brigantine towed a canoe fastened to their sterns for their particular service. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z Their fleet consisted only of three galleys, one galliot, and a brigantine. The Story of Malta Such as were by duty compelled, bent themselves to the oars, while others cast off the moorings, and soon the brigantine was on its way again up the stream. Vasco Nu?ez de Balboa 2011-01-02T03:00:18.200Z We were steaming, as before, up the south side of Cuba, with the land plainly in sight, and soon came close enough to distinguish that the vessels ahead were both brigantines, and probably Americans. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z The schooner was sold; the brigantine was, as the captain had expected, bought into the service; Mr. Playford was offered and accepted the command of her. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z When they of the brigantines saw the overthrow, though they went about to succor them, yet through the current of the river they could not go back. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z In March of that year the brigantine “Hannah” was criminally sunk at sea by its owner Robert Pierpont and its master H. R. Story, to defraud the underwriters. Curious Punishments of Bygone Days Instantly there was a commotion aboard the brigantine. Vasco Nu?ez de Balboa 2011-01-02T03:00:18.200Z There were two, or three American brigantines in the harbor, and a couple of Dutch ships of war. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z As the Cerf—which was the name of the brigantine—was to be considered as a tender of the frigate, those on board her were still borne on her books. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z Four Spaniards fled to the brigantine that was nearest to the canoes; and only these escaped of those that came among the Indians. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z A fleet consisting of one Spanish warship, nine brigantines and the two French vessels was quickly made ready and Metamores with his captured troops embarked for Pensacola. The History of Cuba, vol. 1 Establishing himself at Acla, a port in Careta's province, to the west of Antigua, where he had already erected a fortress, Balboa began the construction of four brigantines. Vasco Nu?ez de Balboa 2011-01-02T03:00:18.200Z Got up steam, and chased, and at 7 A. M. came up with, and sent a boat on board of the English brigantine, Falcon, from Halifax, for Barbadoes. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z They had no doubt that the pirates had already received news of the surprise and capture of the brigantine. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z The Indians, seeing that they had got the victory, took such courage, that they assaulted them in the brigantines, which they durst not do before. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z A single vessel, a brigantine, would be sufficient. The History of Cuba, vol. 1 He declared that his chief intended, as soon as the brigantines were ready for sea, provisioned and equipped, to embark upon the southern ocean. Vasco Nu?ez de Balboa 2011-01-02T03:00:18.200Z The stranger was a brigantine, and was standing to the north-west, pursuing the usual crossing of the calm belt, as best he might, in the light winds, that were blowing, sometimes this way, sometimes that. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z Early the next morning the look-out on the cliff ran down and reported that a large brigantine was just entering the inlet. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z They came first to that brigantine wherein Calderon went for captain, and was in the rearward: and at the first volley of arrows they wounded twenty-five men. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z The heavy cannon were all on board the brigantines, so that they were unable, as in former times, to mow down the solid ranks of their foes, and break a way for their retreat. Sketches of Aboriginal Life American Tableaux, No. 1 He relaxed, however, his strenuous exertions, for the great object of the past months of terrible toils had been in a measure accomplished in the building of the brigantines. Vasco Nu?ez de Balboa 2011-01-02T03:00:18.200Z On the next day, the 4th, I captured the brigantines Cuba and Machias, both of Maine, also. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z The men were at once set to work bringing up powder cartridges from the magazine; grape and round-shot they would find on board the brigantine. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z There were only four armed men in this brigantine; these did stand at the brigantine's side to defend it. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z Meanwhile the brigantines, which had been rapidly progressing at Tlascala, were completed. Sketches of Aboriginal Life American Tableaux, No. 1 This act of lawful violence cooled the emotions of the mob somewhat, and poor Nicuesa was allowed to emerge from the forest and seek shelter on his brigantine. Vasco Nu?ez de Balboa 2011-01-02T03:00:18.200Z In the year 1695, Captain Kidd chanced to be anchored in London port in his brigantine Antigoa, busy with loading merchandise and shipping a crew for the return voyage across the Atlantic. The Book of Buried Treasure Being a True History of the Gold, Jewels, and Plate of Pirates, Galleons, etc., which are sought for to this day The other brigantine was bought into the service. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z And as soon as the Indians gave them leisure, they fenced the brigantines with them. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z While the chase was gaining rapidly upon them, another of those fearful brigantines, which had hitherto been concealed by the thick foliage of the chinampa, rounded its little promontory, and appeared suddenly before them. Sketches of Aboriginal Life American Tableaux, No. 1 Two brigantines had been laden with the provisions and spoils obtained in Careta's territory, in the securing of which the lovely Cacica was largely instrumental. Vasco Nu?ez de Balboa 2011-01-02T03:00:18.200Z He sailed in his own yacht, a brigantine built in a Boston shipyard, and we may be sure that he was ready to face his accusers with a stout heart. The Book of Buried Treasure Being a True History of the Gold, Jewels, and Plate of Pirates, Galleons, etc., which are sought for to this day The new brigantine was re-christened the Falcon, and Mr. Low was placed in command, with two midshipmen from other ships on the station under him. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z Those which came with the horses in the canoes, being wearied with rowing night and day, lingered behind; and presently the Indians came upon them, and they of the brigantines tarried for them. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z By the aid of the brigantines, he was able to command the entire lake, sweeping away the frail canoes of the natives, like bubbles on the surface. Sketches of Aboriginal Life American Tableaux, No. 1 One hundred and seventy were finally selected, and embarking them in two brigantines, under command of himself and Colmenares, Balboa sailed up the gulf to the mouth of the river draining the golden country. Vasco Nu?ez de Balboa 2011-01-02T03:00:18.200Z One of the largest of the brigantines was kept to serve as a tender. The Book of Buried Treasure Being a True History of the Gold, Jewels, and Plate of Pirates, Galleons, etc., which are sought for to this day You could hardly think of everything, Mr. Playford, and you certainly did right in sending the marines off to the schooner directly you had news that this brigantine was entering the inlet. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z As soon as they had driven them farther off, they returned to the brigantines. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z He assembled a sufficient number of carpenters to build brigantines and pyraguas on the shore of the lake, and he got together ample stores. History of the Spanish Conquest of Yucatan and of the Itzas Papers of the Peabody Museum of American Archaeology and Ethnology, Hard University. Vol. VII. We infer this compelled pugnacity from Dr Coulter's adventures when sailing in the Hound, a smart brigantine commanded by the gallant Captain Trainer. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 62, No. 383, September 1847 Before the owners could take any measures to safeguard their property, the brigantine had made sail and was standing out to sea, stolen by her crew. The Book of Buried Treasure Being a True History of the Gold, Jewels, and Plate of Pirates, Galleons, etc., which are sought for to this day Of course, the prisoners will be sent off too—I will pay a visit to the brigantine, and then go off myself, and will send the boats in as soon as I get there. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z At the time wherein they sought to depart from thence, the cable of the anchor of the Governor's brigantine brake, and the anchor remained in the river. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z Montenegro, one of the officers, was sent back with the brigantine and half the little army to the Isle of Pearls for supplies. The Spanish Pioneers A squadron of armed ships and brigantines under Commodore Saltonstall put to sea, convoying transports, on board of which were near four thousand land troops under General Lovel. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools Between November 15, 1703, and February 17, 1704, they boarded and took nine vessels, of which five were brigantines, and one a large ship carrying twelve guns. The Book of Buried Treasure Being a True History of the Gold, Jewels, and Plate of Pirates, Galleons, etc., which are sought for to this day Her guns were already loaded, and those on board poured a broadside into the brigantine at the end of the line. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z They met all together in the creek where the two brigantines were which outwent their fellows. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z Ursua's force was concentrated on the banks of the upper Amazon; July 1, 1560, the first brigantine floated down the great river. The Spanish Pioneers No, no; I went down to the wharf, and shipped on board a brigantine bound for New Orleans. Seven Frozen Sailors The inspectors posted to keep watch of his operations he made comfortably drunk, bundled them ashore, clapped sail on his brigantine, and vanished with his booty. The Book of Buried Treasure Being a True History of the Gold, Jewels, and Plate of Pirates, Galleons, etc., which are sought for to this day Mr. Marston had charge of the captured brigantine with fifteen men, all that could be spared from the diminished crew of the frigate. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z Two of the brigantines, which sailed that night with all their sails, by break of day had overshot the river of Panuco without seeing it. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z Two new vessels, larger and better than the worn-out brigantine which had been built by Balboa, were purchased and filled with provisions. The Spanish Pioneers About noon Jones despatched his second lieutenant, Henry Lunt, with fifteen of his best men, to take possession of a brigantine which he had chased ashore. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 14 A Spanish war-vessel watched the operations, by night and day, the government being somewhat sensitive and suspicious ever since the flight of that Scotchman and his brigantine. The Book of Buried Treasure Being a True History of the Gold, Jewels, and Plate of Pirates, Galleons, etc., which are sought for to this day Changed as she now was, she might be taken for a man-of-war brigantine. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z I embarked at Natal Bay in a little brigantine; an esteemed brother sportsman being also a passenger. Sporting Scenes amongst the Kaffirs of South Africa They toiled back to their rude brigantine, fainting under the tropic heat, and re-embarked. The Spanish Pioneers The month passed very rapidly, and I embarked at Table Bay in the little brigantine which was to convey me to Natal. The White Chief of the Caffres The brigantines approached the sides of the causeways and opened a destructive fire upon the valiant defenders, where the Spaniards were exposed to no danger in return. Hernando Cortez Makers of History I think that had they put a slow match in the magazine of the other brigantine it would have exploded before this. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z How Sandoval marches to Tlascalla in order to fetch the woodwork for building the brigantines, and what happened to him in a place which we termed the Moorish town. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. So, as the wretched brigantines floated down the great river, they became the stage of a series of atrocious tragedies. The Spanish Pioneers How our two brigantines are launched, and Motecusuma, go a hunting, sails in one of these vessels to a river where he usually went for that purpose 263 Chap. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 1 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. It was on the 25th of April, 1526, that the pale and emaciate adventurer, accompanied by a few followers, embarked on board a brigantine in the anchorage at Truxillo. Hernando Cortez Makers of History She had ten ports painted on each side, and looked a very different craft from the smart brigantine that had sailed away from the island. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z How Sandoval marches to Tlascalla in order to fetch the woodwork for building the brigantines, and what happened to him in a place which we termed the Moorish town 15 Chap. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. The nearest to it was the great feat of Balboa in taking two brigantines across the Isthmus. The Spanish Pioneers These brigantines, therefore, were very soon completed and rigged; besides which, each was provided with an awning to keep out the heat of the sun. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 1 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. The brigantines spread their sails and plowed their way, with speed which no canoe could equal, over the foamy waters of the lake. Hernando Cortez Makers of History There were originally, he said, four vessels working together, three brigantines and a large schooner, one of which had arrived from France only a short time before the Cerf sailed on her last voyage. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z The manner in which Cortes selects the men who were to row the brigantines; of the commanders who were appointed to each; and of other matters 58 Chap. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. The main body followed in other brigantines on the 26th of September. The Spanish Pioneers How our two brigantines are launched, and Motecusuma, expressing a wish to go a hunting, sails in one of these vessels to a river where he usually went for that purpose. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 1 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. Each brigantine was manned with twenty-five Spaniards, and armed with a cannon, whose shot would make fearful havoc among the frail and crowded canoes of the Mexicans. Hernando Cortez Makers of History I own that I had hardly calculated upon the brigantine getting alongside the schooner. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z Cortes on selecting the men who were to serve on board the brigantines could not find a sufficient number of sailors to row them. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. Still full of great plans, Balboa carried the necessary material across the Isthmus with infinite toil, and on the shores of the blue Pacific put together the first ships in the Americas,—two brigantines. The Spanish Pioneers Our squadron consisted of eleven vessels of different tonnage; among these, one was a kind of brigantine, the property of a certain Gines Nortes. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 1 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. Though the Mexicans made many attacks while the brigantines were being built, they were invariably repulsed. Hernando Cortez Makers of History By rearranging the cargo a bit, two hundred could sleep in the hold of the brigantine. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z As soon as each brigantine was fully equipped for war, Cortes ordered a flag, bearing the royal arms, to be hoisted; and a second one, bearing the number of the vessel. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. They built a little brigantine with incredible toil,—Gonzalo working as hard as any,—and descended the Napo to the Amazon. The Spanish Pioneers Previous to our leaving for Tezcuco, however, various deliberations took place as to which would be the most eligible spot for launching our brigantines. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 1 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. He formed his brigantines into three divisions, to cover the assailants on the three causeways and to protect them from any attack by canoes. Hernando Cortez Makers of History However, you had better remain where you are for a quarter of an hour, to be sure; then, before you move, board the brigantine and flood the magazine. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z The work went on so expeditiously that the brigantines were finished in a very short time, and had now merely to be caulked, provided with masts, sails, and then to be rigged. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. The wind was light, and the brigantine slid slowly over the water. The Boy With the U.S. Miners More than thirty were taken in 1776—ships, brigs, and smaller vessels, including "a brigantine from Scotland worth fifteen thousand pounds." Stories of Our Naval Heroes Every Child Can Read Cortez reserved to himself the command of the brigantines, which were to sweep the lakes, and drive the war-canoes of the natives from the causeways. Hernando Cortez Makers of History "I have two boats now, sir; one of the brigantine's was left behind, and is uninjured." A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z When the Mexicans found our fleet was moving off again, they not incorrectly ascribed it to fear, and they immediately advanced with their canoes to fall upon the brigantines. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. About a year ago, he heard of a brigantine of great size and speed lying in the old Calabar river with a cargo of slaves destined for Cuba. Jan Vedder's Wife One day, just as the Doctor had cast anchor between two little islands far out at sea, a little rowboat came to him from a small Welsh brigantine. Grenfell: Knight-Errant of the North But Cortez, ever on the alert, anticipated this movement, and ordered the brigantines to maintain the most vigilant watch. Hernando Cortez Makers of History A fortnight after reaching Port Royal, the frigate and brigantine sailed in company. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z In the meantime our brigantines were fast approaching towards completion, and we were all awaiting the moment with impatience when we should be able to lay close siege to Mexico. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. Sailmakers and rigging-cutters, the block and spar makers, have taken up their old tools again, and the gallant little topsail schooners, brigantines, cutters, and ketches are out under canvas. Merchantmen-at-arms : the British merchants' service in the war The captain of the brigantine, who was tender-hearted, and really cared for her, had decided that this was a case of typhoid. Grenfell: Knight-Errant of the North Unfortunately for the Mexicans, a favorable breeze sprang up, and one of the brigantines soon drew near the largest boat. Hernando Cortez Makers of History In the night the canvas band had been taken down, as there was no longer any reason for concealing the identity of the brigantine. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z Our thirteen brigantines, he told them, would shortly be launched, and he requested them to assemble all their warriors by the next day, that they might join our troops in this expedition. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. They said that they had been part of the crew of the brigantine Ormond, which had been lost in a storm about a hundred and twenty leagues north of the island of Madagascar. The Rose of Paradise Being a detailed account of certain adventures that happened to captain John Mackra, in connection with the famous pirate, Edward England, in the year 1720, off the Island of Juanna in the Mozambique Channel; writ by himself, and now for the first time published The cliffs of the island masked the whole bend, and on board the brigantine nothing of what had passed behind them could be seen. Timar's Two Worlds Here Cortez built two brigantines, and sailed along the coast some three hundred miles to Truxillo. Hernando Cortez Makers of History Cobb allowed himself to be enticed on shore under a flag of truce, and was made a prisoner and compelled to send an order to his vessel not to molest the French brigantine. Glimpses of the Past History of the River St. John, A.D. 1604-1784 One circumstance was, that Cortes had appeared before Mexico with the thirteen brigantines, and fought a terrible battle with Quauhtemoctzin's whole armed force, which had been distributed in the canoes and large pirogues. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. On the way a native brigantine was captured, which contained letters directed to Albuquerque. Rulers of India: Albuquerque The Turkish brigantine left the Servian drivers, who were all lamenting because no one was left to pay their wages. Timar's Two Worlds In the mean time, the brigantines suddenly entered that part of the lake, and broke through the midst of the fleet of canoes, the warriors who were in them not daring to make any resistance. Hernando Cortez Makers of History This Boishebert was obliged to do and the commander of the “York,” by way of retaliation, took six prisoners from the French brigantine and brought them to Halifax. Glimpses of the Past History of the River St. John, A.D. 1604-1784 After Cortes had maturely considered this plan, he sent word by means of brigantines to Alvarado and Sandoval to desist from the daily attacks upon the town. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. And when the brigantine had sailed away in advance to Goa, the vessel proceeded to cast anchor on the bar, on Saturday night, the fifteenth day of the month of December. Rulers of India: Albuquerque When the brigantine got back to the island the sailors saw a board dancing on the water which did not float away. Timar's Two Worlds Cortez, under the pretext of gratifying this desire, very obligingly consented to build two brigantines. Hernando Cortez Makers of History A fleet of two ships, three snows, and a brigantine, under convoy of the “Baltimore” sloop of war, sailed from Annapolis Royal on the morning of the 8th December. Glimpses of the Past History of the River St. John, A.D. 1604-1784 The canoes in which the baggage was laden were not touched, but ordered to follow the brigantine. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. The first vessel we visited was a small black brigantine from Barcelona, named Frascito, which had been captured eight miles off Havana by the United States cruiser Montgomery. Campaigning in Cuba “We can all write home by the mail brigantine; the consul says I can come over to his place and ink up the addresses.” The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. XIX (of 25) The Ebb-Tide; Weir of Hermiston Some of the disaffected, who had been silenced, but not reconciled, with great secresy matured a plan for seizing one of the brigantines and making their escape to Cuba. Hernando Cortez Makers of History On February 10th a German brigantine was driven ashore. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 17 (of 25) Quauhtemoctzin and his officers thanked Cortes for this promise; upon which the latter inquired after his wife and the other women, who, he had been given to understand, had likewise accompanied him in the brigantine. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. A brigantine is very much the same though. The Go Ahead Boys and the Treasure Cave There were brigantines with timber out of Norroway, Oozing with the syrups of the pine. The Lord of Misrule And Other Poems She was in truth "a rig what ye rarely see, lad, a proper brigantine, a craft what I'll be swiggled stiff if ye can mate 'er anyw'ere for sailing and comfort." Fire Mountain A Thrilling Sea Story On the 14th the same misfortune befell an American brigantine and a schooner. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 17 (of 25) The excellent soldier Martin Lopez rendered the most efficient services in building the thirteen brigantines, without which we should scarcely have been able to subdue the city of Mexico. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. As we have before intimated, it required no interpreter to indicate what business the brigantine was engaged in. Due South or Cuba Past and Present The brigantine lay manned and armed, and at all points prepared for her brief voyage at an instant's notice at Calais. Graham's Magazine Vol XXXIII No. 3 September 1848 The recruiting company embarked at Trinidad on the 17th of April, 1826, in the Duke of York brigantine, and proceeded to Dominica, where it was transhipped to the Jupiter transport. The History of the First West India Regiment It is on board the latter ship that we shall conduct the reader; he can thus assist at the chase which the frigate is about to give to the brigantine. A Romance of the West Indies The Indians likewise promised to man all their canoes and accompany the brigantine to where the vessel lay moored. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. The brigantine, still employing her sweeps, and with canvas well trimmed, took no notice of the shots. Due South or Cuba Past and Present It was the next May when Shubael Coffin, master of the brigantine Harrison, brought the news. Daughters of the Revolution and Their Times 1769 - 1776 A Historical Romance The drugs and tin I expect in the brigantine Active. The Diplomatic Correspondence of the American Revolution, Vol. IX He followed it with yearning and desolate eyes until the brigantine had entirely disappeared in space. A Romance of the West Indies In my opinion you should rather command your officers to cruize round the town with the brigantines, in order to cut off all its supplies of water and provisions. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. Presently there arose a shower of blazing matter heavenward, while a confused shock and a dull rumbling report filled the atmosphere, as the guilty brigantine was blown to atoms! Due South or Cuba Past and Present The natives attacked them with great ferocity, circling around the cumbrous brigantines, discharging upon them showers of arrows, and withdrawing at their pleasure. Ferdinand De Soto, The Discoverer of the Mississippi American Pioneers and Patriots It left us dry enough, however, to pay some heed to the brigantine ahead of us. Captain Brand of the "Centipede" A Pirate of Eminence in the West Indies: His Love and Exploits, Together with Some Account of the Singular Manner by Which He Departed This Life The Chameleon was a brigantine, light and swift as a kingfisher, riding gracefully on the waves, at her mooring. A Romance of the West Indies This was the first of our brigantines which had succeeded in breaking through the stakes. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. Looking towards the southeast, we saw the French cruiser rounding the headland which formed the eastern arm of the little bay, and she had already sent a shot across the water aimed at the brigantine. Due South or Cuba Past and Present Here he would establish a fortified colony, build a couple of brigantines, send them to Cuba with tidings of safety to his wife, and procure reinforcements and supplies. Ferdinand De Soto, The Discoverer of the Mississippi American Pioneers and Patriots There were no prayers, only curses, on board that brigantine as she dropped anchor in St. Jago that fine Sunday morning. Captain Brand of the "Centipede" A Pirate of Eminence in the West Indies: His Love and Exploits, Together with Some Account of the Singular Manner by Which He Departed This Life A man of tall stature, magnificently dressed, was standing in the stern of the brigantine. A Romance of the West Indies Cortes then determined that an attack should be made with the brigantines on that quarter of the town where Quauhtemoctzin had retreated. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. Her tactics could not have been anticipated by the cruiser, yet had an armed party been left behind in boats, the brigantine might have been captured on her return. Due South or Cuba Past and Present Maldonado was dispatched with the brigantines to Havana, to return with a supply of clothing, ammunition and such other freight as was needful for the army in its isolated condition. Ferdinand De Soto, The Discoverer of the Mississippi American Pioneers and Patriots You must be very quick, Captain Brand, for the leaky brigantine does not sail so fast as the “Centipede,” and your ancient compadre, Don Ignaçio, is just out of prison. Captain Brand of the "Centipede" A Pirate of Eminence in the West Indies: His Love and Exploits, Together with Some Account of the Singular Manner by Which He Departed This Life At these words Ralph seized the helm; the sails of the brigantine, already prepared, were hoisted and trimmed with marvelous rapidity. A Romance of the West Indies Each brigantine was entirely covered with green boughs, and the men on board were ordered not to make the least noise during the whole of the night. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. "A cruiser has scented the brigantine," said Don Herero. Due South or Cuba Past and Present They kissed the very ground for joy, and abandoning their storm-shattered brigantines, commenced a tumultuous march towards the town. Ferdinand De Soto, The Discoverer of the Mississippi American Pioneers and Patriots And while you are doing all this, just turn your eyes out to the calm spot off Montego Bay, where that leaky old brigantine is bobbing about. Captain Brand of the "Centipede" A Pirate of Eminence in the West Indies: His Love and Exploits, Together with Some Account of the Singular Manner by Which He Departed This Life Suddenly, by a brisk evolution, the brigantine tacked about, came straight toward the Unicorn, and in a few minutes came within reach of the voice. A Romance of the West Indies Both the above-mentioned distinguished Mexicans were taken on board to point out the place where the pirogues lay concealed, as our brigantine was purposely to steer in that direction. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. "The brigantine can hardly escape, at any rate," we suggested. Due South or Cuba Past and Present It would take a long time to build their brigantines and to await an arrival from Cuba. Ferdinand De Soto, The Discoverer of the Mississippi American Pioneers and Patriots Señor Pedillo’s black wiry beard fairly bristled as he grinned understandingly at his superior; and, getting into a bit of a canoe at the jetty, he paddled off to the brigantine to execute his orders. Captain Brand of the "Centipede" A Pirate of Eminence in the West Indies: His Love and Exploits, Together with Some Account of the Singular Manner by Which He Departed This Life The brigantine, after having for a moment grazed the stern of the Unicorn, turned back on her way and made straight toward the frigate, with incredible boldness, keeping almost within range of her guns. A Romance of the West Indies The brigantine pretended to seek her safety in flight, and steered in the direction where our six others lay concealed, the pirogues following with the utmost confidence. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. "The brigantine steers due south," said our friend, rubbing his hands together eagerly. Due South or Cuba Past and Present Soon the survivors commenced building seven brigantines to take them back to Cuba. Ferdinand De Soto, The Discoverer of the Mississippi American Pioneers and Patriots Fortunately, too, we had been driven off shore, and when the murky gloom broke away, and we were able to look around, our first anxiety was to see what had become of the brigantine. Captain Brand of the "Centipede" A Pirate of Eminence in the West Indies: His Love and Exploits, Together with Some Account of the Singular Manner by Which He Departed This Life The brigantine, in moving off, kept in the direction of the stern of the frigate in order not to be exposed to her guns. A Romance of the West Indies Now the other brigantine also came up which had shammed flight, so that many of the canoes were captured, and numbers of the enemy killed and wounded. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. They had just endured such horrors packed beneath the deck of the brigantine that the present change must have been welcome to them, lame as they were. Due South or Cuba Past and Present Upon this discouraging information, the Governor decided to build two brigantines at Guachoya, and to establish his colony upon some fertile fields which he had passed between Anilco and that place. Ferdinand De Soto, The Discoverer of the Mississippi American Pioneers and Patriots The wind freshened, and the "Jeune-Hardie" ran swiftly under her topsails, mizzen, brigantine, gallant, and royal. A Winter Amid the Ice and Other Thrilling Stories So far from easy, colonel, that I defy the captain of the brigantine who brought you to the Barbadoes, with his great stomach, to enter the passage which remains for us to travel. A Romance of the West Indies Here the brigantines were rendered totally useless, by the large stakes which had been driven into the water. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. The brigantine had cast off her moorings and was now standing seaward, with her sails filled. Due South or Cuba Past and Present The expedition consisted of eight large ships, a caraval, and two brigantines. Ferdinand De Soto, The Discoverer of the Mississippi American Pioneers and Patriots The "Jeune-Hardie" was only three cables' lengths from the shore, when a black flag ascended to the gaff of the brigantine. A Winter Amid the Ice and Other Thrilling Stories "My God! because that the brigantine is the Chameleon, commanded by Captain Ralph; your highness, this man is cruel; he succeeded the filibuster Whirlwind in this command." A Romance of the West Indies In this great square we should night and day be assailed by the enemy; while our brigantines would not be able to come to our assistance, on account of the stakes driven in the water. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. "What will the cruiser do with the brigantine?" we asked. Due South or Cuba Past and Present For sunk armadas or a little boat She still is wistful as a jewelled queen, Who bears the burning memory at her throat, Of barque and sloop and brilliant brigantine. Ships in Harbour Among the vessels captured by the pirate cruiser Retribution, was the Union brigantine, J. P. Ellicott, of Bucksport, Maine, the wives of the captain and mate being on board. History of Woman Suffrage, Volume II The brigantine approached, her sails half reefed, having at her prow a flag of truce. A Romance of the West Indies Sandoval had stationed himself at a spot whence he could watch the movements of the other brigantines, and give signals to them. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. A quick eye could see the dash of the shot just astern of the brigantine, where it must have cast the spray over her quarter-deck. Due South or Cuba Past and Present He then kept his course along the coast of Terra Firma, until he arrived at Maracapana, where he unloaded and careened his vessels, and built a small brigantine. The American Quarterly Review, No. 17, March 1831 Office of Foreign Affairs, February 21st, 1782,227 Recommends a rehearing of the cases of the Dutch ship Resolution, and of the Flemish brigantine Eeirsten, captured by American privateers, and condemned by the American Courts. The Diplomatic Correspondence of the American Revolution, Vol. XI At the apparition of the brigantine the Unicorn at once proceeded to place herself in her wake, at a signal which she made to her. A Romance of the West Indies In this way the thirteen brigantines required two hundred and eighty men, who, with the additional number of artillerymen, amounted to three hundred and twenty-five. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. "True," we responded, "the brigantine's safety lies in seeking shoal water." Due South or Cuba Past and Present He cheerfully aided him in a new expedition which was planned for transporting timber across the isthmus, building brigantines on the Pacific, and exploring the country farther to the south. The American Quarterly Review, No. 17, March 1831 Sir, I was yesterday honored with your note, covering the papers, which relate to the ship Resolution's cargo, and the brigantine Eeirsten's. The Diplomatic Correspondence of the American Revolution, Vol. XI "That is well, Thomas, and beside," replied the officer, firing a shot from his gun as a signal, "the coastguard will not permit the brigantine to sail." A Romance of the West Indies When Cortes observed the vast number of canoes which kept continually crowding around the brigantines, he began to feel alarmed, and this not without reason, for their number amounted to above 4000. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. The boat in which Vincent was sailing was coasting along the Gulf of Lyons when the sailors became aware that they were being pursued by three Turkish brigantines. Life of St. Vincent de Paul A brigantine, the ‘Steadfast,’ is attached as a “training tender,” and accommodates thirty boys, who cruise in the Mouth of the Thames for a week at a time, when ten of them are changed. The Voyage Alone in the Yawl "Rob Roy" The Patrick Henry was rigged as a brigantine, square yards to the foremast and fore-and-aft sails alone to the mainmast. Life of Rear Admiral John Randolph Tucker The brigantine then lay to; the two ships remained immovable. A Romance of the West Indies He likewise issued orders to the respective commanders of the brigantines not to commence an attack on the canoes before the wind, which had just commenced blowing from the land, should have increased. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. As we crossed on opposite tacks, her commander hailed, "Ho, the brigantine, ahoy!" Great Pirate Stories The Duke William kept on after the brigantine, her mixed crew yelling with joy, now that they were to have an action. Famous Privateersmen and Adventurers of the Sea Their rovings, cruises, escapades, and fierce battling upon the ocean for patriotism and for treasure Meanwhile Barthelemy had had the brigantine's crew released and told them that they would find all their weapons in the mate's cabin, whose key he would give them when he left the Neptune. The Corsair King The Gascon plunged under the waves, and reappeared at a short distance from the brigantine, toward which he directed his course. A Romance of the West Indies Cortes then despatched the smallest brigantine to Iztapalapan, to bring away all the powder Sandoval had with him there, and wrote word to him not on any account to quit that place. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. The man on the lookout felt no uneasiness at his post, when, without any warning of bells or lights, the sharp bow of a brigantine suddenly loomed up, hardly a ship's length in front. Great Pirate Stories She was a brigantine, carrying about eighteen guns, with a high stern and graceful lines. Famous Privateersmen and Adventurers of the Sea Their rovings, cruises, escapades, and fierce battling upon the ocean for patriotism and for treasure The pirates dashed with Satanic recklessness toward the brigantine, whose defenders still awaited them in motionless silence. The Corsair King The brigantine, with a graceful movement, began to tack; during a few seconds it completely hid the disk of the sun, and appeared enveloped in a brilliant aureole. A Romance of the West Indies When we received intelligence that Cortes had run out with the brigantines, we advanced along our causeway up to the bridge, but this time with greater precaution. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. They seized in this river a sloop, and by her gained intelligence that a brigantine had also sailed in company with her from Rhode Island, laden with provisions for the coast—a welcome cargo! Great Pirate Stories But the breeze freshened and the sloop-of-war rapidly overhauled the scudding brigantine. Famous Privateersmen and Adventurers of the Sea Their rovings, cruises, escapades, and fierce battling upon the ocean for patriotism and for treasure Meanwhile the pirates had rolled several casks of biscuit and water from their vessel to the brigantine. The Corsair King For some time Croustillac could not follow the Chameleon with his eyes; when he saw her again, the brigantine drew nearer and nearer to the horizon, appearing but a speck in space. A Romance of the West Indies This brigantine would certainly have fared much worse if the one under the command of Juan Xaramillo had not come up to its assistance. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. But no voice answered his challenge, and the brigantine went swinging by, with all her sails set to a spanking breeze. Great Pirate Stories Meanwhile, Sandoval, on receiving tidings of the capture, brought his own brigantine alongside of Holguin's and demanded the royal prisoner to be surrendered to him. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 09 They received tidings of a richly laden brigantine which was approaching the coast. The Corsair King Arriving off the Caribbean Island, where a Spanish brigantine had stranded some months previous, I asked him, 'Is it not here that the Spanish vessel was wrecked?' A Romance of the West Indies During this sharp altercation, two of the brigantines which had accompanied Cortes as he advanced along the causeway, made their reappearance. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. The brigantine did not veer again, but came steadily on, and soon the whalemen were alongside, and made themselves fast to a dinghy which she had in tow. Great Pirate Stories Mendoza, seeing that all must perish if they remained here, sent George Luchsan, one of his German or Flemish adventurers, up the river, with four brigantines, to seek for food. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 09 The night was dark and all through the long hours the sloop fairly flew in the direction where they expected to find the brigantine. The Corsair King His reputation for sanctity was such that it had reached even the Caribbeans; the brigantine had been wrecked, passengers and cargo—at least such was believed to be the case. A Romance of the West Indies There now suddenly arose a stiffish breeze, our rowers pulled with all their might, and Cortes ordered the brigantines to run right in among the canoes. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. I never heard of that treasure ship until about three years ago, when I quit a brigantine at Cedar Keys and mixed in with the boarding-house crowd. The Grain Ship Holguin assured him that his wishes should be respected, and assisted him to get on board the brigantine, followed by his wife and attendants. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 09 The brigantine had doubtless discovered them and vanished under cover of the darkness. The Corsair King When carried on board the brigantine, I found myself in the hands of Ned Low, an infamous pirate, whose vessel had two great guns, four swivels, and about forty-two men. Thrilling Narratives of Mutiny, Murder and Piracy A weird series of tales of shipwreck and disaster, from the earliest part of the century to the present time, with accounts of providential escapes and heart-rending fatalities. How Cortes assigns particular stations to the twelve brigantines, the thirteenth being considered unfit for service. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. He had kept the deck through the night until the brigantine was well away; now, with a natural curiosity, he rose early to take a survey of his new command and her crew. Gold Out of Celebes They were constantly intercepted by the brigantines, which broke the flimsy array of boats, sending off their volleys to the right and left as the crews of the latter hotly assailed them. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 09 And lo, when the sun rose and they gazed around the horizon, the brigantine was nowhere in sight. The Corsair King The Diamond had sent in the brigantine to get water here, as the sickness of her crew had occasioned a great consumption of that necessary article. Thrilling Narratives of Mutiny, Murder and Piracy A weird series of tales of shipwreck and disaster, from the earliest part of the century to the present time, with accounts of providential escapes and heart-rending fatalities. Very early next morning, Cortes ordered one of our other brigantines to run out as usual to waylay the convoys of provisions going to Mexico. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. He was called at daybreak and went on deck to find the brigantine stemming the yellow current of a river estuary. Gold Out of Celebes They are in fact regular little brigantines, sixty feet long by seven wide, manned by forty oarsmen. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century In response to his gesture, they pulled down the sail and rowed to the gangway of the brigantine. Blackbeard: Buccaneer Next day, the Diamond having sent her long-boat with casks for water, they were filled; and after taking leave of Symonds, who shed tears at parting, I was carried on board of the brigantine. Thrilling Narratives of Mutiny, Murder and Piracy A weird series of tales of shipwreck and disaster, from the earliest part of the century to the present time, with accounts of providential escapes and heart-rending fatalities. As soon as the Mexicans observed the brigantine approaching, they run out two of their canoes into the lake to allure the brigantine to their pursuit. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. Silence again descended upon the brigantine, and darkness broken only by the paling lights on the schooner and the red glow of the mate's pipe. Gold Out of Celebes This order, sent to Hampton, Virginia, did not reach the "Raleigh" as, on September 25, 1778, she had sailed from Boston convoying a brigantine and sloop. The Story of Commodore John Barry They would be employed for boarding Blackbeard's ship while the Charles Town brigantine King George should convoy them and engage in the attack if the depth of water should permit. Blackbeard: Buccaneer The largest of them anchored at a great distance, but a brigantine came over the shoals opposite to the watering place, and sent her boat ashore with casks. Thrilling Narratives of Mutiny, Murder and Piracy A weird series of tales of shipwreck and disaster, from the earliest part of the century to the present time, with accounts of providential escapes and heart-rending fatalities. The instant the pirogues found the brigantine was turning back, they rushed forth out of the reeds and pulled away at their utmost speed in pursuit of her. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. Then out of the quiet came the sharp twang of a hawser, and the brigantine shivered. Gold Out of Celebes On my way thither I fell in with a whaling brigantine with a pass from Admiral Digby; I manned her and sent her to Boston. The Story of Commodore John Barry No more than a dozen other pirates were rescued alive and several of these expired soon after they were lifted aboard the brigantine. Blackbeard: Buccaneer The brigantine was commanded by Captain Dove, with whom I was acquainted, and she belonged to Salem, within three miles of my father’s house. Thrilling Narratives of Mutiny, Murder and Piracy A weird series of tales of shipwreck and disaster, from the earliest part of the century to the present time, with accounts of providential escapes and heart-rending fatalities. The manner in which Cortes selects the men who were to row the brigantines; of the commanders who were appointed to each, and of other matters. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. Never relaxing his vigilance for a moment in placing the brigantine advantageously in her berth, the burly Hollander nevertheless had an eye open for other things. Gold Out of Celebes Their young chief, Don Juan, left the "Reale" and embarked in a swift brigantine, in which he rowed along the forming line of the fleet. Famous Sea Fights From Salamis to Tsu-Shima The snow had too few guns to cope with the King George brigantine which could throw a battering broadside. Blackbeard: Buccaneer Having arrived about four in the afternoon, we saw, among other vessels which had reached the port before us, a brigantine supposed to be inward bound from the West Indies. Thrilling Narratives of Mutiny, Murder and Piracy A weird series of tales of shipwreck and disaster, from the earliest part of the century to the present time, with accounts of providential escapes and heart-rending fatalities. They found him, as they had suspected, already in the heat of an engagement with the enemy, who, however, retired on the approach of the brigantines. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. The launch slid alongside the brigantine, towing the rowboat, and Houten was landed on deck with much pulling and hauling that only evoked silent, shaky chuckles from his huge frame. Gold Out of Celebes Just ahead of the barque was a very handsome brigantine, also bound for the Friendly Islands. "Pig-Headed" Sailor Men From "The Strange Adventure Of James Shervinton and Other Stories" - 1902 "Then Joe and I will enlist in the King George brigantine," cried Jack. Blackbeard: Buccaneer For an hour or more the young man conversed with his old friends, who delightedly agreed to leave their mountain retreat and go on board the brigantine as soon as she was ready to sail. The Flemmings And "Flash Harry" Of Savait From "The Strange Adventure Of James Shervinton and Other Stories" - 1902 As soon as the brigantines arrived at our station Alvarado placed two on each side of the causeway, which were to cover us as we advanced to the attack of the bridges. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. From a source unseen, but cunningly selected to utilize wind and stream, fresh oil was poured on the water; the sides of the brigantine crackled and blistered with an overpowering stench of tar and oakum. Gold Out of Celebes We got underway first, and were just passing out between Sydney Heads under easy sail, when the brigantine overtook us, and passed us like a race-horse galloping past a trotting donkey. "Pig-Headed" Sailor Men From "The Strange Adventure Of James Shervinton and Other Stories" - 1902 THE armed brigantine had been out several days on the voyage to Virginia when a vessel was sighted hull-down. Blackbeard: Buccaneer When about a mile or so from the shore they ceased paddling, and the captain of the brigantine saw by his glass that they were engaged in fishing. The Ebbing Of The Tide South Sea Stories - 1896 No day passed without our brigantines capturing several of these transports laden with maise, fowls, and other necessaries of life, though a few always managed to elude our vessels and slip into the town. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. He gasped and gazed in awe at a tongue of fire that snaked up the brigantine's side, twisted about the fore rigging and roared about the tall masts of pine. Gold Out of Celebes By sundown the brigantine was hull down ahead of us, though the barque was a very smart vessel, and we were then making eleven knots. "Pig-Headed" Sailor Men From "The Strange Adventure Of James Shervinton and Other Stories" - 1902 The best vessel available for immediate use was a small brigantine, the King George. Blackbeard: Buccaneer The brigantine was armed with two 6-pounders, and these, so the Ambry half-caste said, were still loaded with "bags of bullets" when she came to an anchor. The Ebbing Of The Tide South Sea Stories - 1896 As soon as our brigantines espied the two canoes they went in pursuit of them, the latter keeping close into the reeds, and continually nearing the spot where the pirogues lay in ambush. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. He noted Barry's intention of towing the brigantine out, and now he asserted his authority as owner. Gold Out of Celebes The "something pretty" was the brigantine, which was in sight about a mile away on our lee bow. "Pig-Headed" Sailor Men From "The Strange Adventure Of James Shervinton and Other Stories" - 1902 It was while they were slinging guns aboard the brigantine that some of the men happened to notice a small boat coming into the harbor under a rag of sail. Blackbeard: Buccaneer At daylight the brigantine, which had been kept under easy sail during the night, was seen to be about four miles from the land, and standing in. The Ebbing Of The Tide South Sea Stories - 1896 Out of these troops he selected the men who were to serve on the thirteen brigantines; each of which required twelve rowers and a captain, with twelve crossbow-men and musketeers. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. But now, as if to answer the doubts of the brigantine's people, a gangway light shone out on the schooner, and another, dimmer and partly obscured, sent yellow rays from the half-open galley door. Gold Out of Celebes Within six months this gentleman succeeded in getting the brigantine ashore on four occasions, and she had to return to Sydney to be repaired at a cost of �1,700. "Pig-Headed" Sailor Men From "The Strange Adventure Of James Shervinton and Other Stories" - 1902 Reinforcements could be sent from the sloops and the brigantine as soon as they were signaled for. Blackbeard: Buccaneer Arms and ammunition, sufficient for treble the crew the brigantine carried, were on board. The Ebbing Of The Tide South Sea Stories - 1896 While we were fighting for the possession of this brigantine, fresh bodies of the enemy kept continually crowding up the causeway. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. You see, Captain, as long as your brigantine is blocking up the river for his schooner, Leyden is not likely to hang around here. Gold Out of Celebes After rendering all possible assistance to the brigantine, we left her about mid-day; and had been lying at anchor for two weeks in Nukualofa Harbour before she put in an appearance outside the reef. "Pig-Headed" Sailor Men From "The Strange Adventure Of James Shervinton and Other Stories" - 1902 Expeditiously the brigantine and the two sloops sailed out of the James River to head for the North Carolina coast and first rake the nooks and bays of Pamlico Sound. Blackbeard: Buccaneer The timid and respectful manner of the islanders had now so impressed the master of the brigantine that in a fatal moment he decided to anchor. The Ebbing Of The Tide South Sea Stories - 1896 Our brigantines were now so far advanced towards completion, that they had merely to be rigged. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. From the brigantine men leaped into the smaller craft, kept in order and saved from panic by sturdy old Blunt's cool advice, backed up by his never-failing good humor. Gold Out of Celebes The brigantine, however, was well insured, though I do not impute this fact as being the cause of the captain's neglect of a sensible warning. "Pig-Headed" Sailor Men From "The Strange Adventure Of James Shervinton and Other Stories" - 1902 In the King George brigantine, Captain Jonathan Wellsby fidgeted and gnawed his lip, with a telescope at his eye, while he watched the conflict in which he could scarce distinguish friend from foe. Blackbeard: Buccaneer The conditions of the cutting off of the brigantine were faithfully observed by the contracting parties, and long ere night fell the last boatload of plunder had been taken ashore. The Ebbing Of The Tide South Sea Stories - 1896 For each brigantine a number of spare oars had been made in case of need. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. The ex-typewriter salesman travelled light enough now, for all his worldly belongings reposed somewhere among the drenched and shattered interior of the brigantine. Gold Out of Celebes I took his advice, and going on deck, we dropped both box and bag overboard, just where Levi pointed out a big boulder, against which the brigantine was crushing and pounding her quarter. "Pig-Headed" Sailor Men From "The Strange Adventure Of James Shervinton and Other Stories" - 1902 The brigantine kept further offshore but within signaling distance. Blackbeard: Buccaneer So, without altering the course of the boat, he ran alongside of the vessel—which was a brigantine—just as she was bringing to, and looking up, he saw the face he expected. The Ebbing Of The Tide South Sea Stories - 1896 All these persons were commanded under threats of severe punishment, to enter without delay upon the service of the brigantines. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. And it's Yo-heave-ho! on the briny billows in a bouncing brigantine! Gold Out of Celebes However, no lives were lost, and although next morning the brigantine's decks had worked out of her and came ashore, the hull held together for some weeks, and we saved a lot of stores. "Pig-Headed" Sailor Men From "The Strange Adventure Of James Shervinton and Other Stories" - 1902 This would enable him to find the entrance to the outer channel and so con the brigantine in from seaward. Blackbeard: Buccaneer Not daring to go nearer, the natives remained in the vicinity till the brigantine was nothing but a mastless, glowing mass of fire. The Ebbing Of The Tide South Sea Stories - 1896 Sandoval did not leave Tezcuco before Cortes was about to step on board, who himself took the chief command of the brigantines. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. Overhead the heavens were luminous with sparks of ultra brilliance; the decks and sails of the ancient brigantine were bathed in soft radiance, ruled across and along with bars of blackest shadow. Gold Out of Celebes Both Parker and I were convinced of the truth of Bandy's story, and came to the conclusion that the unknown brigantine was probably a colonial trader, which had afterwards been lost with all hands. The Call Of The South 1908 In August, 1703, the brigantine Charles, fitted out as a privateer to cruise against the French, was riding off Marblehead, with her captain lying too sick to take her to sea. Privateering and Piracy in the Colonial Period Illustrative Documents She was a large brigantine, and the murderous beings who watched her from the shore saw with cruel pleasure that she did not appear to carry a large crew. The Ebbing Of The Tide South Sea Stories - 1896 He therefore abandoned his attack upon the rock, and selected a position with his brigantines, where he would be able to observe all the enemy's movements, and steer off in any direction he might choose. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. Along the wharves were junks, island schooners, cargo tramps, and riffraff of the Seven Seas, but only one brigantine. Gold Out of Celebes One day, said Taula, the natives were thrown into a state of wild excitement by the appearance of a brigantine, which boldly dropped anchor abreast of the principal village. The Call Of The South 1908 As soon as we realised that the crew of the brigantine had no intention of heaving-to and picking us up we again brought the gig to the wind. Turned Adrift With half-a-dozen of his most trusted native friends he stepped into a canoe, and reached the brigantine just as night began to fall. Rodman The Boatsteerer And Other Stories 1898 Our brigantine sharply pursued the two canoes, which were moving off in the direction of the concealed pirogues, but suddenly turned round as if she durst not venture nearer land. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. The brigantine was a relic of an ancient period of shipbuilding, and her main cabin fitted her excellently. Gold Out of Celebes The brigantine had a large crew and was heavily armed, carrying ten guns, and the natives were allowed to board in numbers. The Call Of The South 1908 As the stranger drew near she was seen to be a most wicked, rakish-looking brigantine, and neither Murray nor Adair had any longer the slightest doubt in their minds that she was a slaver. The Three Midshipmen Silently, but quickly, they swam towards the dark shadow of the brigantine, whose lofty spars stood silhouetted against the white line of beach that lay astern. Rodman The Boatsteerer And Other Stories 1898 Before his departure Cortes left especial orders with Sandoval and Lopez to expedite the building of the brigantines, and only allowed them fifteen days more to finish and launch them. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. The old brigantine rang and rumbled to the thumps of hammers below, sometimes ringing clearly until the hammers struck beneath the water, then sounding dull and soggy as iron met wet wood. Gold Out of Celebes One who escaped was kept as a slave, and the brigantine, to avoid capture, hurriedly put to sea. The Call Of The South 1908 Who would have supposed, when looking at the two vessels, that those on board the little half-crippled schooner could for a moment have contemplated with confidence a conflict with the well-found, powerful brigantine? The Three Midshipmen Leaving Sydney on May 14, with a crew of nine men all told, the brigantine arrived, thirty-one days later, at Matavai Bay in Tahiti. Rodman The Boatsteerer And Other Stories 1898 Here again he fell in with large bodies of the enemy, who lay in wait for him at a point of considerable danger, and attempted to carry off two of the brigantines. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. A strangely interesting survival of an earlier age is still to be seen along the Labrador, in the little Welsh and Devonshire brigs, brigantines, and topsail schooners which freight fish east away to Europe. All Afloat A Chronicle of Craft and Waterways A few minutes after he had gone on shore the brigantine's boat came alongside, and her captain and three of his passengers stepped on board. The Call Of The South 1908 “A brig or brigantine; a two-masted vessel of some sort,” answered Murray. The Three Midshipmen By this time the brigantine was within a mile or so of the entrance, which, on a nearer inspection, presented no difficulties whatever. Rodman The Boatsteerer And Other Stories 1898 In an instant all the officers, soldiers, and sailors were wounded, nor could the brigantines seek refuge in flight, as they had become entangled among the stakes. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. These nine brigantines were provided with cannon, and soon dispersed or sunk the enemy's fleet, who thenceforth left them in undisputed possession of the water. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part I. The Exploration of the World Eight or ten days after the arrival of the brigantine, the shore party of fourteen white men were treacherously attacked, and thirteen ruthlessly slaughtered. The Call Of The South 1908 It was a craft like that brigantine out there captured poor Hanbury, and murdered him and his boat’s crew. The Three Midshipmen Awkward and clumsy as these looked, they yet held the wind well, and soon the brigantine came sweeping in through the Heads at a great rate of speed. Rodman The Boatsteerer And Other Stories 1898 How Cortes assigns particular stations to the twelve brigantines, the thirteenth being considered unfit for service 68 Chap. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. The actual siege of Mexico began in the month of May, 1521, and continued with alternate success and reverse until the day when the brigantines were launched upon the water of the lake. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part I. The Exploration of the World The story was told to me by the captain of the brigantine Isaac Revels, of San Francisco, who put into the Galapagos to repair his ship, which had started a butt-end and was leaking seriously. The Call Of The South 1908 Eagerly the next morning they looked out—not a sign of the brigantine was to be seen. The Three Midshipmen Jack was doubting how to proceed with the brigantine, when her sails were let fall, and, the breeze freshening, she stood away to windward. The Three Commanders The building of our brigantines was now rapidly continued, and there were every day from seven to eight thousand Indians employed to lengthen and deepen one of the canals. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. The strange vessel, which was a brigantine, was following close astern of our own schooner—evidently, I thought, my husband is showing her the way into the lagoon. "Old Mary" 1901 The crew of the brigantine were picked men, and all of them gave Morrell a written pledge to abstain from drinking spirits of any kind during the entire voyage. The Call Of The South 1908 The coast inshore of us is, of course, a bit rocky, but there is nothing, so far as I know, in the nature of hidden dangers to cause the wreck of the brigantine. A Middy of the King A Romance of the Old British Navy As she drew nearer, she was seen to be a brigantine, and Hake declared that she was one of the vessels sent out to collect natives. The Three Commanders |
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