Vessel Profile

Autruche

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Story

This fluyt was built in 1781 in Le Havre.

Historical Notes

This vessel was one of the two ships of the expedition of Jean François de Galaup, Le Comte de la Pérouse.

Owners & Masters

Masters

Captain Paul Antoine Fleuriot de Langle (RFN)

Armament

12 6-pounders; 3 x 1-pounders and 20 swivel guns (as converted)

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