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Launch of HMS Agamemnon, 90 guns, at Woolwich Dockyard, 22 May 1852, 19th century (coloured lithograph)
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Launch of HMS Agamemnon, 90 guns, at Woolwich Dockyard, 22 May 1852, 19th century (coloured lithograph)
7341854 Launch of HMS Agamemnon, 90 guns, at Woolwich Dockyard, 22 May 1852, 19th century (coloured lithograph) by Pernet, A. (19th century); 31.9x43.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: A. Pernet (artist & engraver)
The ship-rigged steam battleship Agamemnon was the first warship to be built with screw propulsion, though other sailing vessels had been fitted with engines after commissioning. Agamemnon's success was such that she remained the basic model for the first decade of Britain's steam battlefleet. During the Crimean War she took part in the bombardment of Sebastopol on 17 October 1854 and the shelling of Fort Kinburn, at the mouth of the Dnieper, one year later. In 1857 the government fitted out Agamemnon to carry 1, 250 tons of telegraphic cable for the Atlantic Telegraph Company's first attempt to lay a transatlantic telegraph cable. Although this was unsuccessful, the following year the project was resumed. Agamemnon and her American counterpart USS Niagara spliced their cable ends in midatlantic on 29 July 1858 and then sailed for their respective continents. On 16 August Queen Victoria sent a ninety-nine-word message to President Buchanan, a process that took more than sixteen hours. Three weeks later the cable failed and service was interrupted for several years until the Great Eastern successfully laid a new cable. After service on the Caribbean and North American stations, Agamemnon was paid off in 1862 and sold in 1870.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
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This stunning coloured lithograph captures the historic moment of the launch of HMS 'Agamemnon', a 90-gun ship, at Woolwich Dockyard on 22 May 1852. Created by artist and engraver A. Pernet in the 19th century, this print showcases the grandeur and significance of this revolutionary warship.
The 'Agamemnon' was not just any ordinary vessel - it was the first warship to be built with screw propulsion, marking a significant advancement in naval technology. Its success paved the way for future steam battlefleet designs in Britain during that era.
During its service, 'Agamemnon' played a crucial role in various military operations, including participating in the bombardment of Sebastopol during the Crimean War. It also had a unique mission to carry telegraphic cable for transatlantic communication attempts.
One notable achievement was when 'Agamemnon' and USS 'Niagara' successfully spliced their cable ends mid-Atlantic in 1858, allowing Queen Victoria to send a message to President Buchanan over long distances.
After years of service across different stations, 'Agamemnon' was eventually decommissioned and sold off in 1870. This lithograph serves as a timeless reminder of this legendary warship's contributions to maritime history and technological advancements during its time.
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