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Hello Isaac: Your observations are very good for not being a “naval guy”. This vessel was built primarily during the mid to late 1880s, and finished around 1892. By the time it was finished, it had been superseded by more updated battleships. It was indeed intended for open ocean operations and served mostly in the Mediterranean Sea. Most of the shortcomings you point out are true, however she and her sister ships were never tested in battle. Even though it was not their intention, the builders created, now 130 years later, "dream projects" for modelers like me. They make excellent display and conversation pieces in my home, and they always provide inspiration.
Thanks for the motivating comments.
Mike
Last edited by Michael Mash; 11-28-2020 at 03:21 PM.
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