Model of HMS Vanguard (1787)
Creator
Norman Summers
Period20th century
Classification(s)
Object TypeShip Model; Rigging Model
Registration NumberMMM 000418
DescriptionHMS Vanguard was a 74-gun ship-of-the-line of the Royal Navy. In December 1797, Viscount Horatio Nelson was appointed to take command of HMS Vanguard and despatched to the Mediterranean, commanding seven ships in pursuit of a French squadron intent on capturing Malta and Egypt. TechniqueWood, paint and cordage, built-up. Assembled from pre-fabricated parts by Norman Summers.
Dimensions87cm x 62cmScale1:100
Published ReferencesDavies, D. (n.d), "Fighting Ships: Ships of the Line 1793-1815", London: Constable.Alternate ID Numbers
- Inventory Card 7468-9
- HM Object Number 83034
- Register Book Number 534
Online Collections
Public Access
Not on viewMuseumMalta Maritime Museum
Location
- Malta Maritime Museum, Reserve Collection
