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The shooting of Admiral Byng on board the 'Monarque', 1757. Artist: Unknown

The shooting of Admiral John Byng on board the 'Monarque', 1757. British admiral John John Byng (1704-1757) was shot to death on board the Monarque, at Spithead, for Misbehaviour before the French Fleet in the Mediterranean. John Byng was court-martialled and executed for failing to do his utmost during the Battle of Minorca.

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The shooting of Admiral Byng on board the 'Monarque', 1757. Artist: Unknown

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The shooting of Admiral John Byng on board the 'Monarque', 1757. British admiral John John Byng (1704-1757) was shot to death on board the Monarque, at Spithead, for Misbehaviour before the French Fleet in the Mediterranean. John Byng was court-martialled and executed for failing to do his utmost during the Battle of Minorca.

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5787 x 3019 px | 50.0 MB

Print size:

49.0 x 25.6 cm | 19.3 x 10.1 in (300 dpi)

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