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Square sails powered empires but struggled against the wind's resistance
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What was the primary trade-off of using square sails on sailing ships during the Age of Sail?
They provided powerful downwind propulsion but were less effective and harder to handle when sailing against the wind.
They allowed ships to sail efficiently in all wind directions without any handling difficulties.
Square sails were primarily used because they required fewer crew members to operate than triangular sails.
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Square sails shaped the golden age of sailing with their distinctive horizontal yards
30 Jan 2026
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What is the primary advantage of square sails compared to fore-and-aft sails on traditional sailing ships?
They allow ships to sail directly into the wind more effectively.
They are more efficient when sailing with the wind coming from behind.
They require fewer crew members to operate due to simpler rigging.
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