Re: Fir-Built Frigates

--- Robert Minadeo <raminad@earthlink.net> wrote:
> Wasn't Chesapeake the one armed with an
> overabundance of carronades at the
> expense of long guns?
> 
> Engaging in the fight was may have been a
> questionable decision but once in
> point blank range was the only option.

The Brit was aware of the armerment and remained
outside range for the battle, the correct tactic
considering the situation.

Bye for now,
John L.

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