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The Great Harry (1514). The Great Harry (1514).

The Great Harry.

Repro ID: PY9170
Title: The Great Harry (1514).
Description: The 'Great Harry' was built at Woolwich and launched in 1514, during the reign of Henry VIII. She was one of the first ships of war to carry gun ports. These allowed her to fire a broadside. The 'Great Harry' was accidentally destroyed by fire in 1553.
Creator: Hans Holbein (artist): Robert Cruikshank (artist & engraver)
Date: Unknown
Credit line: National Maritime Museum, London

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