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‘Were I to die at this moment “want of frigates” would be found stamped on my heart.’ wrote Nelson in 1798. This month’s featured article assesses the reality of the Royal Navy’s frigate situation in the Napoleonic wars.

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Historic Ships

The Society for Nautical Research played a leading role in the preservation of HMS Victory and other historic vessels.

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2017 Scottish Maritime History Conference

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Maritime Art

The Society for Nautical Research helps to purchase important works of art.