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Arthur William Devis (1763-1822) — Portrait of a Naval Officer (1558x2000) | 18th century portraits, Portrait, Male portrait
The British Navy of the 18th and early 19th Century seems to have been held in high regard. Was this true of its officers? Were they considered to be upper class or
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18th century Royal Navy captain and officers on board their ship, Stock Photo, Picture And Rights Managed Image. Pic. IAM-WHA_124_0835 | agefotostock
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