I saw a digest of this research on the website of The Times recently & was
very intrigued. Having gone out of my way to see the Mary Rose in 1999, I
recommend visiting it to anyone with any interest in the sea, ships or
Tudor history.
Tom Izbicki
At 07:56 AM 8/18/2000 -0400, you wrote:
>To those interested in dendrochronology, the article in the August 12, 2000
>issue of the "New Scientist" might be of value. The article concerns the
>"Mary Rose", which sank in July 1545. Constructed between 1509 in 1511,
>and refitted in 1528 and 1536.
>
>The use of dendrochronology to locate the wood used in the refits is
>described. It also enabled those doing the research to determine the extent
>of the refit.
>
>I hope that this helps, Jim
>
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