Bell (1) - National Maritime Museum - LONDON (ENGLAND)

Location Children's gallery

Diameter (in cm) 42

Approximate weight (in kilograms) 43

Bellfounder WHITECHAPEL BELL FOUNDRY

Casting year 1794

Description This bell was originally fitted on the 74-gun Vanguard, Nelson's flagship at the battle of the Nile in 1798It was used to ring out the watches throughout the day and night so sailors knew when it was the turn to take over sailing and look-out duties. This means that bells on ships were essentially used to signify events, similarly to how church bells were used.

Third (T) (2 strings)
"I798"
(2 strings)

Half foot (MP) (3 strings)

Foot (2 strings)

Card editor LLOP i BAYO, Francesc

Updating 14-11-2023