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Revenge

1577 race-built galleon


Country of Registry
Kingdom of England
Service Entry
1577
Manufacturer
Mathew Baker
Operator
English Navy
Vessel Type
race-built galleon
Current Location
38° 46' 9", -27° 23' 42"

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The Wikipedia page for the English ship Revenge (1577) provides a detailed account of the vessel's history and significance. The Revenge was a galleon built in 1577 and was known for its impressive size and firepower. It played a notable role in several naval battles, including the Spanish Armada conflict in 1588. The ship was captained by Sir Richard Grenville during the Battle of Flores in 1591, where it valiantly fought against overwhelming odds but was ultimately captured by the Spanish fleet. The page describes the Revenge as a symbol of English naval power and resilience, showcasing the courage and determination of its crew in the face of adversity. The ship's story has been immortalized in literature and folklore, highlighting its enduring legacy in maritime history.

This description has been generated using GPT-3.5-TURBO based on the Vessel's wikidata information and then modified by ShipIndex.org staff.

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Revenge (1577)
Book Ships of the World: An Historical Encyclopedia Illustration
Author Lincoln P. Paine
Published Houghton Mifflin, Boston,
ISBN 0585109486, 9780585109480, 0395715563, 9780395715567
Pages 218, 370, 430-32, 453
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