Shop
Blue Nose Half Hull
March 15, 2018
Soleil Royal Miniature
March 15, 2018
HMS Victory Miniature
$205.00 $105.00
HMS Victory, launched in 1765, was one of ten first-rate ships to be built with at least 100 guns. Constructed with around 6,000 trees which essentially consisted of 90% of oak and the remainder elm, pine and fir, with also small quantity of lignum vitae. Reconverted afterwards, her figurehead was modified along with her masts and the paint scheme was altered from red to the black and yellow which can be seen at present.
She has participated in many battles and was mainly known as Lord Nelson’s flagship at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805…..
HMS Victory, launched in 1765, was one of ten first-rate ships to be built with at least 100 guns. Constructed with around 6,000 trees which essentially consisted of 90% of oak and the remainder elm, pine and fir, with also small quantity of lignum vitae. Reconverted afterwards, her figurehead was modified along with her masts and the paint scheme was altered from red to the black and yellow which can be seen at present.
She has participated in many battles and was mainly known as Lord Nelson’s flagship at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. After the battle, she was extensively damaged and had to undergo massive repairs and has been able to sail on several expeditions. On 7 November 1812, when she was anchored in Portsmouth Harbour and used as a depot ship.
In 1922, she was transferred to a dry dock, and restored as a museum ship. HMS Victory has been the flagship of the First Sea Lord since October 2012 and is registered as part of the National Historic Fleet. She is currently the world’s oldest warship still in commission which attracts thousands of visitors annually.
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Size of the Model | 26 x 10 x 16.5 cms |
FAQ
Product Gallery
HMS Victory Miniature
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.