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MINUTES OF PEOCEEDINGS OF 
From the results of this experiment it is plain that the powers of resistance 
of a structure such as the Warrior are far superior to those of a vessel 
constructed on the plan proposed for the Minotaur . 
The additional inch of iron in the thickness of the plate is clearly no 
compensation for the reduction of 9 in., or half the thickness of teak 
backing. 
