The Battle of the Saintes, 12 April 1782

Published in March 13th, 2010
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The Battle of the Saintes, 12 April 1782 by Thomas Mitchell, 1782 National Maritime Museum Greenwich (image 4000×2559 pixels, 10MB) The Battle of the Saintes was fought between French and English fleets in April 1782 as a part of the conflict ensued after the rebellion in the Thirteen Colonies. A series of engagements took place [...]

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The Victory Leaving the Channel in 1793

Published in March 13th, 2010
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The Victory Leaving the Channel in 1793 by Monamy Swaine, 1795 National Maritime Museum Greenwich (image 6000×4223 pixels, 19.5 MB) This painting shows the Victory going to windward down the Channel. In the distance beyond the stern Rudyed’s eddystone lighthouse is visible. The ship is flying the flag of Lord Hood as Vice-Admiral of the [...]

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