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Dudgeon's new double-screw steam-ship Flora, 1862. Creator: Unknown
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Dudgeon's new double-screw steam-ship Flora, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Dudgeon's new double-screw steam-ship Flora, 1862. A most important and interesting trial-trip has been made with this new vessel, attended with an unusual degree of interest...from the fact that the peculiar form of the vessel's construction and the disposition of her propelling steam-power, if successful on trial, combined the requisites required for our smaller ships of war...and smaller craft, as gun-vessels of six guns and less, inasmuch as she was the representative of a class of ship capable of carrying a heavy armament of guns, with a large engine-power, at a light draught of water, possessing at the same time a power of manoeuvring in a small space such as could not, under any circumstances, be possessed by a vessel with the ordinary single screw [ie propeller]...there can be no doubt that the Flora is the fastest screw steam-ship afloat. Her builders are Messrs. Dudgeon, of Millwall (both of hull and engines)...The Flora, however, is the first vessel that has been fitted with two screws and engines working separately and independently of each other; and herein lies the value of the principle in a military point of view, as giving a ship a means of rapidly revolving under steam and changing her position to any required point'. From "Illustrated London News", 1862
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This stunning print captures Dudgeon's revolutionary double-screw steam-ship Flora during its trial trip in 1862. The vessel, designed with a unique construction and propelling steam-power system, showcased the potential for smaller warships and gun-vessels to carry heavy armaments while maintaining maneuverability in tight spaces. The Flora was hailed as the fastest screw steam-ship of its time, setting a new standard for naval engineering.
Built by Messrs. Dudgeon of Millwall, the Flora was equipped with two screws and engines that could work independently, allowing for rapid changes in position and enhanced agility on the water. This innovative design marked a significant advancement in military technology, offering strategic advantages on the battlefield.
The intricate details captured in this print highlight the craftsmanship and ingenuity behind the creation of the Flora. From its sleek hull to powerful engine systems, every aspect of this ship exemplifies excellence in maritime engineering.
As we gaze upon this historic image, we are transported back to a time when innovation reigned supreme and bold ideas shaped the future of naval warfare. The legacy of Dudgeon's double-screw steam-ship Flora lives on through this photograph, reminding us of the boundless possibilities that await those who dare to dream beyond convention.
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