Anchor springs let stationary ships aim their broadsides

Nelson prepares extra ropes on the anchor cables so his ships can hold position and turn their broadsides toward the enemy after anchoring. These anchor springs give a stationary vessel some control over its heading. They also help keep the bow or stern from facing an enemy broadside, which could send shot through the length of the ship. Double-shotting makes close-range fire more destructive by loading two balls into each cannon. The estimated cost is roughly a third of normal range with the same powder charge, while adding more powder risks bursting the gun.