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Maritime record TR 45 NE 16 - Unidentified
Summary
THREE WARSHIPS, 1652
Location
| Grid reference | TR 4644 5793 (point) NLO |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR45NE |
| District | DOVER, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
Van Tromp was at sea with 77 men o'war when he saw the British fleet at anchor in the Downs. Admiral Blake elected to fight them although weaker in ships. A great storm arose preventing action that day but battle commenced the following day during which three vessels were sunk. Date of Loss Qualifier: R
<1> United Kingdom shipwreck index, Page Nos. N/a (Bibliographic reference). SKE6340.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE6340 Bibliographic reference: United Kingdom shipwreck index. Page Nos. N/a.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Jan 10 2001 12:00AM