The HMS Victory Story
Feb 2012 · The History Press
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Constructed from the wood of over 6,000 trees HMS Victory was designed as a 'first-rate ship', packing a formidable punch with over 100 guns arranged over three decks. Immortalised as Admiral Lord Nelson's flagship in the Battle of Trafalgar, after bringing Nelson's body back to England the Victory sailed out on a number of expeditions until her retirement in 1812. In a wonderfully entertaining narrative, and packed with fun facts, figures and over 100 colour photographs, author John Christopher recounts the story of this celebrated warship right up to its restoration project and current role as the centrepiece of Portsmouth's historic docks. Author John Christopher is a life-long transport enthusiast and a balloon pilot. He has previously written The Hunter Story and Balloons at War for The History Press.
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Graham Trawin
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September 13, 2014
Loved it from beginning to end
About the author
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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