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prized by regional shipbuilders because it was as strong as oak, yet lighter. This misnamed juniper species could be worked with immediately after felling and has high resistance to rot and wood worms. Materials salvaged from the beached wreck were also used, especially her rigging. They were constructed between late fall 1609 and early spring 1610 under the guidance of Admiral Somers and James Davis, Captain of the "Gift of God", who possessed considerable shipbuilding knowledge. These ships

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