Handbook for Light Artillery

by A. B. Dyer

Timber-hitch ([Fig. 118]).—Used on pieces of timber, or in making fast to spars, where the weight will keep the rope taut.

Round Turn and Two Half-hitches ([Fig. 119]).—For making fast a rope so that the strain shall not jam the hitches.

Fisherman's Bend ([Fig. 120]).—For making fast where there is give and take motion, as when a boat is at anchor.

Fig. 119.

Fig. 120.

Fig. 121.