Admiralty law


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Historical Examples

(e) admiralty law may be defined as in one sense the law of the sea.
International Law George Grafton Wilson and George Fox Tucker

In admiralty law, opposed to ignorance, and the want of which is liable to heavy penalty.
The Sailor’s Word-Book William Henry Smyth

Commeatus, in admiralty law, is a general term, signifying drink as well as eatables.
The Sailor’s Word-Book William Henry Smyth

In admiralty law, not to be presumed, even under concealment of letters, or deviation from truth in formal papers.
The Sailor’s Word-Book William Henry Smyth

All questions of admiralty law and maritime jurisdiction, and cases affecting ambassadors or consuls, are there tried.
North America, Volume II (of 2) Anthony Trollope

Revolters and mutineers; in admiralty law the same as enemies.
The Sailor’s Word-Book William Henry Smyth

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