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1782 in France
Explore 4 historical events and records for France in 1782.
Historical records for France in 1782
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Borda Urges Standard Warship Dimensions
Jean Charles de Borda advocated a smaller number of consistent naval designs for more predictable construction. The improvement promoted consistent handling or construction across naval yards.
Scale Drawings Standardise Ship Construction
Naval reformers used regulated scale plans to make dimensions and rigging more consistent between shipyards. The decision affected how hull size and armament were balanced.
Temeraire Design Wins Seventy Four Gun Competition
Sane's design became the influential French standard for a seventy four gun ship of the line. Its wider importance lay in lowering variation between warship types.
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