| Scale | 1/72 |
|---|---|
| Type | Sailing |
| Period | Before 1939 |
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The Golden Hind is an English galleon best known for its circumnavigation between 1577 and 1580, commanded by Sir Francis Drake, who, after returning with a haul of Spanish gold and other treasures, was knighted by Queen Elizabeth. The Hind was a well-armed and maneuverable galleon, originally commissioned as The Pelican and built in Deptford, London, where she was launched in 1577. It was the flagship of an expedition to explore the regions beyond South America under the command of Drake. personnel support of Queen Elizabeth of England. Drake's mission became less exploration and more piracy as he wreaked havoc against Spanish interests in the region. Launched: 1577, Deptford, London; Displacement: 300 tons; Length: 120 ft (37 m); Width: 18' (5.5); Draft: 9 ft (2.7 m); Crew: 80 - 85 people; Armament: 22 guns.
glue and paint are not included in the set
