“Aside from its importance to many branches of science, a knowledge of the oceans has a practical value for mankind. The intelligent development of our fishing industries, the laying of oceanic cables, the proper construction of harbor-works, oceanic commerce and navigation, as well as long-range weather forecasting, are all dependent on an understanding of the ocean.” WellsLongValuesUnderstandingMankindDevelopmentIndustryOceanImportanceIntelligentPracticalsWeatherRangeBranchesDependentFishingExplorationConstructionCommerceCablesHarborsNavigationForecastingOcean Exploration Author:Paul J. H. Schoemaker
