I see you are a man with distinction and taste. #HMSSurprise

HMS Surprise in San Diego

HMS Surprise in San Diego

Here at #HMSSurprise in San Diego, I tried to explain “gunnery is funnery” to the kids but probably need an expert. @kejamieson.bsky.social you in town?

"Ship’s Company of HMS Surprise"

It's amazing how few commissioned officers were needed on a sixth-rate frigate. The real strength lay in the warrant officers, senior hands, and crew who kept her sailing and fighting.

#NavalHistory #HMSSurprise #AgeOfSail #GeoffHunt