Static boat La Crown 1/98

La Couronne was a ship of the line, which means it belonged to the largest and most powerful warships of its time. It had multiple gun decks and was designed to participate in large-scale naval battles.

The ship La Couronne was launched in 1824. It was part of the French Navy and was built to serve in the military fleet. Its design and equipment were typical of warships of that period.

As a ship of the line, La Couronne would have been used for various missions, such as protecting convoys, participating in naval blockades, and engaging in combat with other warships. Given the era of political revolutions and upheavals in Europe, La Couronne might have been involved in major conflicts of its time.

La Couronne would have been equipped with 62 heavy cannons on multiple decks, giving it considerable firepower. Its wooden hull and canvas sails made it an impressive and imposing ship on the oceans.

Over time, with the evolution of maritime technologies and military tactics, ships of the line like La Couronne gradually lost their strategic importance. The introduction of steam-powered ships and new types of warships changed the nature of naval battles.

Like many ships of that era, the specific fate of La Couronne can vary depending on the period and circumstances. Some ships were disarmed and dismantled, while others were repurposed or eventually sank.

Please note that specific details about La Couronne, including its detailed history, specific battles, and final fate, may vary based on available historical sources. For a comprehensive and accurate understanding, it is recommended to consult specialized books on maritime history and other reliable sources.

The Model kit:

All-wood construction using frames and strips, laser-cut parts. Hardware included in the box, such as pulleys and boxwood deadeyes, turned brass cannons, rigging thread, figurehead, molded bronze decoration parts, stern castle, lanterns to assemble, printed flags, turned mast tops, etc.

The metal and brass hardware, as usual in models of this brand, are among the best in the world.

The quality of this hardware further highlights the richness of the decorations on this French ship.

Detailed assembly plans on 5 sheets.