lastskepp
Lastskepp is a term primarily used in historical maritime contexts, referring to a vessel primarily designed for the carriage of cargo. Unlike warships or specialized vessels like fishing boats or passenger liners, a lastskepp's main function was to transport goods from one port to another. The design and size of these ships varied greatly depending on the era, the type of cargo, and the trade routes they served.
Historically, the term implies a functional, often robust, and utilitarian ship. Early lastskepp might have been
The economic importance of lastskepp cannot be overstated. They enabled the growth of empires, supported industrialization,