The Hms Victory Story - Rilegato

Christopher, John

Rilegato

ISBN 10: 0752456059 ISBN 13: 9780752456058

Casa editrice: History Pr Ltd, 2010

Riassunto

This is the story of Britain's most illustrious warship, immortalized as Admiral Lord Nelson's flagship in the Battle of Trafalgar. Constructed from the wood of over 6,000 trees, HMS Victory was designed as a "first rate ship," the Admiralty's designation for its largest ships of the line which packed a formidable punch with more than 100 guns arranged on three decks. In addition to the Battle of Trafalgar, HMS Victory saw action in the First and Second Battles of Ushant and during the Battle of Cape St Vincent. After bringing Nelson's body back to England, the Victory sailed out on a number of expeditions until her retirement in 1812. This magnificent ship is now the centerpiece of Portsmouth's historic docks and serves as the oldest naval ship still in commission. HMS Victory provides a fascinating insight into the lives of the British sailors who served on her.

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L'autore:

John Christopher is a life-long transport enthusiast, an author, and a balloon pilot. He is currently involved in Airship Initiatives, which is bringing a Zeppelin airship to the UK for pleasure trips. He is the author of Balloons at War, Brunel's Kingdom, and The Tornado Story.

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Book by Christopher John

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• Editore: History Pr Ltd
• Data di pubblicazione: 2010
• ISBN 10: 0752456059
• ISBN 13: 9780752456058
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero di pagine: 128