HMS Essex (1653) (1st)
|
|
This the first ship to carry the name HMS Essex was a 60-gun,
ship. Built at Deptford, launched 1653 and of 652 tons builders measurement. Captured by the French, Jun-1666 in the "Four Days' Battle". Won the Battle Honours: Gabbard 1653, Scheveningen 1653 and Four Days' Battle 1666.
|
Other HMS Essex - ? Class Outside Links |
b. | |
This page last edited -
03 March, 2013.
Copyright © Ian M King, except where otherwise indicated. |