I lashed a knife to the steering paddle, and placed the boat on a slight elevation of ice, so as to make it and myself appear as formidable as possible.
"My Attainment of the Pole"
Frederick A. Cook
It also served as a paddle and steering oar for the boat.
"My Attainment of the Pole"
Frederick A. Cook
The paddle in such case seems bent.
"My Attainment of the Pole"
Frederick A. Cook