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Steam Steering Engine, 'Ponrabbel II'


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      Creator(s):
Ferguson Bros.

Date: 1920 -

Description: Steering wheel from the steam dredge 'Ponrabbel II. 'The 'Ponrabbel II' had power steering. Turning this wheel operated a steam winch, which wound the chain connected to the tiller at the back of the vessel.

Format: realia
Object: ships' wheels
Material: teak;  brass;  iron

Titles:
Steam Steering Engine, 'Ponrabbel II'

Subjects: ships' wheels

Institution: George Town and District Historical Society Inc.

Object number: GTH_PS0057

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