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What does raking ships mean?

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∙ 16y ago
Updated: 10/25/2022

It means to fire on the opposing force's ship from directly head-on or directly from the stern. While the target profile is smaller (than a broadside, for example) it is more effective as one cannonball "hit" will do more damage.

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