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NH 88789 COUREUR (French seagoing torpedo boat, 1888-1912)

COUREUR (French seagoing torpedo boat, 1888-1912)
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Title: COUREUR (French seagoing torpedo boat, 1888-1912)
Caption: Probably photographed at Toulon after joining the Mediterranean Squadron in 1889. This ship was built by Thornycroft in Britain and Purchased by France for comparative purposes. This photograph was received by the U.S. Navy Office of Naval Intelligence on 7 December 1892. Notes on the photo state that the vessel carried 47mm guns (true) rather than 37mm as seen here (possible).
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Catalog #: NH 88789
Copyright Owner: Naval History and Heritage Command
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After this Year: 1890
Before this Year: 1899
Original Medium: BW Photo
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