MBT Poon Vrouwe Anna - Construction Drawing Scale 1 : 15 (10.05.014)

A poon is a type of traditional Dutch fishing or cargo sailing ship, primarily used from the 17th to the 19th century. It was a flat-bottomed vessel with a sloping stern and a relatively shallow draught, making it well-suited for shallow waters such as rivers, the Wadden Sea, and the North Sea.

The poon often had a triangular sail or a combination of a mainsail and jib, and was primarily used for coastal shipping, fishing, and trade. It had a characteristic construction with a wide hull and was originally made of wood.

Characteristics of a poon:

Type: Flat-bottomed, often with a sharp bow and a round stern.

Use: Originally for fishing, cargo transport over shallow waters, and as a coastal vessel.

Sails: Usually equipped with a mainsail and jib or later a square sail.

Building Material: Mostly wood, but later iron versions also appeared.

Draught: Approximately 0.5-1 metre, making it ideal for shallow waters.

The poon is a historical ship type, and today few original examples remain, but it is important as part of the nautical heritage of the Netherlands.

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