Adventures of the Treasure Fleet by Ann Martin Bowler

Author:Ann Martin Bowler
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9781462907908
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

The Treasure Fleet was not sent to conquer distant lands, they came in peace. However, many of its crew were trained in military techniques. With as many as 300 different types of weapons aboard, the fleet was well prepared for battle. The weapons included flame-tipped arrows, “flaming tube missiles” that sent gunpowder and burning paper into an enemy’s sails, and “gunpowder buckets” which were paper grenades filled with gunpowder. The soldiers were also equipped with traditional Chinese swords, knives, bows, and arrows.

When fighting at sea, the Chinese gained an upwind position and then hurled explosives and fire weapons at their enemy. Crow’s nests were manned around the clock to watch for enemy ships.

Communication between ships was important. During the battles, the ships used drums, flags, bells, banners, gongs, and lanterns to communicate. Drums or gongs were used to warn of storms or dangers. Lanterns were hung out at night or during foul weather and carrier pigeons were used for long-range communications.

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