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The Battle of Lissa, 13 March 1811; the 'Bellona' captured. A scene from the Battle of Lissa, part of the Adriatic campaign of the Napoleonic Wars. The battle for possession of the strategically important island of Lissa (also known as Vis), fro
Feb 1812
National Maritime Museum

The Battle of Lissa, 13 March 1811; the British line after wearing to renew the action. A scene from the Battle of Lissa, part of the Adriatic campaign of the Napoleonic Wars. The battle for possession of the strategically important island of Lissa (also
Feb 1812
National Maritime Museum

The Battle of Lissa, 13 March 1811; the start of the action (9am). A scene from the Battle of Lissa, part of the Adriatic campaign of the Napoleonic Wars. The battle for possession of the strategically important island of Lissa (also known as Vis), from w
Feb 1812
National Maritime Museum

The Battle of Lissa, 13 March 1811; the start of the action (9am). A scene from the Battle of Lissa, part of the Adriatic campaign of the Napoleonic Wars. The battle for possession of the strategically important island of Lissa (also known as Vis), from w
Feb 1812
National Maritime Museum

To the Officers, Seamen & Marines of His Majesty's Ships Amphion, Cerberus, Volage & Active, This Plate represents...blowing up of the French Commodore, off the Island of Lissa, in the Adriatic, on the 13 March 1811. Hand-coloured.
Feb 1812
National Maritime Museum