National Maritime Museum - LONDON ENGLAND

Existing bells

Bell (1)

(Reference 22339)
Location Children's gallery
Diameter (in cm) 42
Approximate weight (in kilograms) 43
BellfounderWHITECHAPEL BELL FOUNDRY
Casting year 1794
Description This bell was originally fitted on the 74-gun Vanguard, Nelson's flagship at the battle of the Nile in 1798It was used to ring out the watches throughout the day and night so sailors knew when it was the turn to take over sailing and look-out duties. This means that bells on ships were essentially used to signify events, similarly to how church bells were used.
(2 strings)
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(3 strings)
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Card editor LLOP i BAYO, Francesc
Updating 14-11-2023
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