Title
A galliass or galleass, part of the Spanish Armarda
Caption
A galliass or galleass, part of the Spanish Armarda which sailed against England during the Anglo-Spanish War of 1585-1604. A vessel larger and more heavily built than a galley, and propelled by both sail and oars. They carried 32 oars, eached worked by up to five men. Usually equipped with three masts and a forecastle and aftcastle.
Date
16th century
Credit line
Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library
Reference
ARP09A00_150
License type
Rights managed
Available size
50,8Mb (2,1Mb) / 17,3in x 11,4in / 5201 x 3417 (300dpi)