Title
Death of Captain Robert Faulknor
Caption
Captain Robert Faulknor (1763-95), English naval officer, killed while endeavouring to lash the bowsprit of French frigate 'Pique' to capstan of his vessel 'Blanche', off Guadeloupe. During the fierce engagement the captain of the 'Pique' also was mortally wounded. The crew of the 'Blanche' finally managed to capture the 'Pique'.
Engraving.
Date
18th century
Credit line
Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library
Reference
ARP07111_009554P
License type
Rights managed
Available size
25,1Mb (2,9Mb) / 8,2in x 11,8in / 2474 x 3543 (300dpi)