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    The migration of the sharpie : economic, environmental, and archaeological aspects

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    Rotsted, Lauren A.
    Abstract
    In the late nineteenth century, the United States saw the development of a crucial working vessel type, the sharpie. This thesis will demonstrate that as the sharpie migrated south down the east coast of the United States, its design and purpose evolved to fit the needs of each locale. The goal of this research is to investigate and analyze the economic and environmental factors that affected the evolution of the sharpie as it migrated down the east coast of the United States. Three areas in particular had an effect on the sharpie's design: Long Island Sound, Chesapeake Bay, and the Pamlico Sound. By examining the environmental and economic differences in these locales, reasons behind changes in structure, design, and usage of the sharpie can be ascertained. Research in sharpie evolution can be done through the use of the historic record, ships plans, and photographs. Though rare, there are some instances where the archaeological record can assist in the assessment of the changes in the sharpie vessel. Through this research it will be determined if the changes seen in sharpie design are a direct reflection of the environment and economy. Secondary to environment and economy were the cultural practices and boat building traditions of each locale, which exacted a strong influence on sharpie design and usage. In conclusion, the sharpie vessel was affected by many factors as it was adopted in different locales including environment, economy, culture, and tradition.  
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    http://hdl.handle.net/10342/4943
    Subject
     Archaeology; History; 19th century ships; Chesapeake Bay (Md. and Va.); Core Sound (N.C.); Long Island Sound (N.Y.); Oystering; Nineteenth century ships 
    Date
    2015
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    APA:
    Rotsted, Lauren A.. (January 2015). The migration of the sharpie : economic, environmental, and archaeological aspects (Master's Thesis, East Carolina University). Retrieved from the Scholarship. (http://hdl.handle.net/10342/4943.)

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    Rotsted, Lauren A.. The migration of the sharpie : economic, environmental, and archaeological aspects. Master's Thesis. East Carolina University, January 2015. The Scholarship. http://hdl.handle.net/10342/4943. February 26, 2021.
    Chicago:
    Rotsted, Lauren A., “The migration of the sharpie : economic, environmental, and archaeological aspects” (Master's Thesis., East Carolina University, January 2015).
    AMA:
    Rotsted, Lauren A.. The migration of the sharpie : economic, environmental, and archaeological aspects [Master's Thesis]. Greenville, NC: East Carolina University; January 2015.
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    • Maritime Studies
    • Master's Theses
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    East Carolina University

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