HMS Neptune masted turret ship.
HMS Neptune in Photographs and ship
history. HMS Neptune, was built initially for the Brazilian
Government by Dudeon at Millwall, she was to be called
Independencia. Laid down in 1873 and was launched 10th September 1874.
She had problems on her initial attempt to be launched on the 16th
July 1874, and on the second attempt HMS Neptune (Independencia) got
stuck on the slipway which caused a lot of damage on the 30th
July 1874. taken to Samudas Poplar for repairs. she
successfully completed her trials in December 1877. Due
to the Possible Russian conflict the ship was purchased by the
Admiralty and taken to Portsmouth for Further alterations.
These modifications included replacing the armament with standard
Royal naval 12 inch MLR and 9 inch Guns
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| HMS NEPTUNE |
10TH
SEPTEMBER 1874 |
SOLD FOR B/U 1903 |
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HMS Neptune, 1886.
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HMS Neptune, 1881.
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HMS Neptune, 1886.
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large image size 10" x 7" approx, is available. Reproduced
from the original negative / photo under license from MPL, the copyright
holder. A signed numbered certificate is supplied. Price
£25. Order photograph here Order Code
XMP120
Original
republished © MPL Photograph (Postcard Size). Price £5 Click here
to order. Order Code MP120 |
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