Before revision: The industry was associated with the maintenance of the wooden ships and sailing tackle of pre-20th century navies, which were caulked and waterproofed using the pitch (or resin, also known as tar) of the pine tree.Earley, p. 87 History fight| Herty system in use on turpentine trees in Northern Florida, circa 1936 Herty turpentine cup, made of clay.
After revision: The industry was associated with the maintenance of the wooden ships and sailing tackle of pre-20th century navies, which were caulked and waterproofed using the pitch (or resin, also known as tar) of the pine tree.Earley, p. 87 History fight| Herty system in use on turpentine trees in northern Florida, circa 1936 Herty turpentine cup, made of clay.