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The Montanes represents the maximum level of perfection achieved by Spanish naval architecture, when Spanish ships-of-the-/ine were a match tor those of any navy in the world. The figurehead of this ship is not the royal lion but a montanes (highlander), in gratitude tor the financial contribution towards her construction made by the people of the mountains. She was launched in Ferrol 14th May 1794. lt is said that she was an extraordinary vessel, whether sailing close to the wind, running free or with a following wind, and that, more than any other ship, she kept her batteries out of the water. She was engaged in a number of battles, induding Trafalgar, where she mounted 76 guns and 4 carronades with mortars, located on her quarter deck. On 6th March 181O, in a violent storm, she sank off the Bay of Cadiz.
age recommendation: +14
WARNING! Not suitable for children under 36 months due to small pieces which may present a chocking hazard - DANGER OF SUFFOCATION !