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Ship Losses During the French Revolutionary War (1793-1802)

July 18, 2010 The Dear Knows 0

Ship losses during the Revolutionary War from 1793 through to late 1802 are very revealing as to the strength of the British navy. Although the French and Spanish were the main adversaries the British also […]

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A Closer Look at Rates of Pay in Aubrey’s Royal Navy

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Life in the Royal Navy had an advantage over life on land, specifically that of steady pay at quite decent rates, perhaps higher than most occupations on the shore (though not higher than work in […]

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The State of Aubrey’s Royal Navy

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Just what kind of situation is Jack getting himself into when he takes command of the Sophie in Master and Commander?

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An Introduction to Pay and Prize Money in Aubrey’s Royal Navy

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“The pay is contemptible for a learned man – five pounds a month – and I am ashamed to mention it; but there is the chance of prize-money…

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An Introduction to the Watch System in Aubrey’s Royal Navy

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This is a simplified version of the watch system as operated in most ships, where the crew were divided into two watches, the larboard and starboard watch.

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British Order of Battle at the Nile

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August 1, 1798

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Nelson’s Signal to the Fleet

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The signal issued by Lord Nelson from the HMS Victory during the Battle of Trafalgar is famous for its patriotism and poignancy. It was communicated via flags hoisted in a specific order.

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Spanish Order of Battle at Trafalgar

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October 21, 1805

Battle of Trafalgar

French Order of Battle at Trafalgar

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October 21, 1805

Battle of Trafalgar

British Order of Battle at Trafalgar

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October 21, 1805

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