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Old 02-03-2008, 07:20 PM   #11 (permalink)
General Mayhem
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Originally Posted by Slipdigit View Post
HMS Nelson, sister ship of the Rodney.

It had 3, 3x16in turrets forward and smaller bore weapons to th rear. Designed and built to save weight, as to remain within treaty limitations and still shipping 16in guns. I'm sure these have been discussed here at sometime or another.

Thanks again Jeff great picture! Now tht refreshes my memory, do recall the Nelson and the Royal Navy's methods for keeping within treaty limits.
Aye swabbies this was a beautiful ship.
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