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A 'rat stop' is a disc that is fitted to the cables or ropes that hold a ship to the dock. It prevents rats from entering or leaving a ship by tightrope walking.
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A 'rat stop' is a disc that is fitted to the cables or ropes that hold a ship to the dock. It prevents rats from entering or leaving a ship by tightrope walking. [/ QUOTE ] ![]() it also prevents all but the most drunken sailors from coming and going without proper authorization. ![]() |
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I see!
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Norm,
I pass that ship twice a week while in Philly ( to and from the airport ). I had no idea she held that title. I hope they have plans for her. Why else would it me moored there? ![]() Steve
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