English: U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey steamer BLAKE - in service 1874-1905. Note cable leading from bow, ship anchored in 600 fathoms.
This vessel pioneered deepsea anchoring under John Elliott Pillsbury.
Current surveys in the Windward Passage.
Date
circa 1870
date QS:P,+1870-00-00T00:00:00Z/9,P1480,Q5727902
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Source
National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), NOAA Central Library: NOAA History, Coast & Geodetic Survey Ships, George S. Blake in service 1874-1905. (http://www.history.noaa.gov/ships/blake.html)
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