“The admirals of his majesty's fleet are classed into three squadrons, viz. the red, the white, and the blue.”
Quote by William Falconer
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Falconers Marine Dictionary (1780)
The Falconers Marine Dictionary (1780) is a historical text that serves as an authoritative guide to the language and concepts of marine navigation and seafaring during the late 18th century. It includes detailed definitions of terms, explanations of navigation techniques, and insights into the maritime culture of the time. more
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