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galleass

[gal-ee-as] / ˈgæl iˌæs /


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Compared to the low, crowded galley, the galleass was a roomy and much more seaworthy ship.

From Famous Sea Fights From Salamis to Tsu-Shima by Hale, John Richard

The galleass was the most splendid vessel of her kind afloat, Don Hugo one of the greatest of Spanish grandees.

From English Seamen in the Sixteenth Century Lectures Delivered at Oxford Easter Terms 1893-4 by Froude, James Anthony

He took the galleass at last, after three hours' fighting.

From English Seamen in the Sixteenth Century Lectures Delivered at Oxford Easter Terms 1893-4 by Froude, James Anthony

The galleass was patched up, and De Leyva ventured an attempt to make his way in her to Scotland.

From English Seamen in the Sixteenth Century Lectures Delivered at Oxford Easter Terms 1893-4 by Froude, James Anthony

The English attacked the stranded galleass in pinnaces and boats, Howard with some of the larger ships standing by "to give the men comfort and countenance."

From Famous Sea Fights From Salamis to Tsu-Shima by Hale, John Richard




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