Stern view of Atalante firing a broadside

This drawing shows a stern view of 'Atalante' firing a broadside.

Three drawings of 'Atalante', part of a set listed by Hood as follows: "The first representation of a Seven hours engagement between Victory Privateer of London and three French Men of War viz:-
Ships Men Guns Commandrs

1. Victory 316 40 Hu. Caine
2. St. Michael 580 64 M. Caumont
3. Atalante 330 36 Cap. Lazandee
4. L'Ameliste 300 32 Cap. Deharley

This plan represents the first hour. John Hood delin."
The drawings in the NMM collection do not include the 'Victory', 'L'Ameliste' or the plan.

Mounted with PAG9666-PAG9667, PAG9669.; No.3.

Object Details

ID: PAG9668
Type: Drawing
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Hood, John
Vessels: Atlante (1755)
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Sheet: 157 x 153 mm; Mount: 25 in x 19 in
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