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ADMIRALTY OFFICE, LONDON

A list of all the ships and vessells of his Maiesties Royal Navy, with their rates, numbers of men and guns in peace and war

1714/15

RCIN 1081229

Four months after the arrival of George I in Britain, this list showing the capabilities of the Royal Navy was drawn up for the King, who took a close interest in military matters throughout his reign. The First-Rate list of ships is headed in gold by Royal George, formerly called Victory but renamed to honour the new Hanoverian dynasty. Compiled for George I Cat. 16

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