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Almost every massive cargo ship you see has a hull painted red below the waterline. This isn't just a tradition.

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Almost every massive cargo ship you see has a hull painted red below the waterline. This isn't just a tradition.

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Almost every massive cargo ship you see has a hull painted red below the waterline. This isn't just a tradition.
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