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It was an interesting sight , too , to see our noble ship , dismantled of all her top-hamper of long tapering masts and yards , and boom pointed with spear-head , which ornamented her in port ; and all that canvas , which a few days before had covered her like a cloud , from the truck to the water 's edge , spreading far out beyond her hull on either side , now gone ; and she , stripped , like a wrestler for the fight . Indeed , during all the time we were upon the coast , our principal food was fresh beef , and every man had perfect health ; but this was a time of especial devouring ; and what we should have done without meat , I cannot tell . I went to the wheel with a young fellow from the Kennebec , who was a good helmsman ; and for two hours we had our hands full . I have met with many of you to discuss our accomplishments and the challenges that remain . We knew our inventions could have a big impact , but winning new business in a terrible economy needed more than warm , fuzzy environmental promises .