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Woolwich Royal Dockyard collection

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A view of Woolwich, by John Boydell.
© National Maritime Museum, London
Repro ID: PY1990
Description: The Royal Dockyard, Woolwich was founded in 1513 by Henry VIII for the building of his new ship, the 'Great Harry'. The yard was enlarged several times until the middle of the 19th century, but closed in 1869.
Creator: John Boydell (artist, engraver & publisher)
Date: 1750
Credit line: National Maritime Museum, London
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