Parrot mast
The parrot mast is a small mizzen mast that is used on lightships .
function
The parrot mast, also known as the parrot stick, is located approximately in the middle of the ship (aft) and serves as a holder for the sailors to keep an eye out. In principle, it is a boom that protrudes over the railing and thus enables a view of the wake.
The sheet of the mizzen sail is usually attached to the parrot mast . In addition, the parrot mast was suitable when attacking ships for damaging and boarding the enemy ship, provided that it is within the appropriate range.
Individual evidence
- ↑ Parrot mast . In: Meyers Großes Konversations-Lexikon . 6th edition. Volume 15, Bibliographisches Institut, Leipzig / Vienna 1908, p. 385 .