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Where is the HMS Rose berthed these days? If anyone recalls, this was the ship used in the film Master & Commander. I specifically have fond memories of seeing this ship quite frequently back in the 80's in Bridgeport, Ct when i went to college there. Then, it was painted yellow, minus the Great cabin that was added for the movie.

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Aye, William. A fine lady, indeed. We need to see more of her in action. :) :lol:

Yo ho ho! Or does nobody actually say that?

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Aye the Rose is docked here in San Diego. I've been aboard her, incredible ship! The below decks are decorated like they were for Master and Commander, really cool.

She is in need of major repairs before she can sail again. That's why there's a charge to get aboard her. Plus it helps with docking fees.

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I was in San Diego a couple of months ago and got to see the Rose. Took lots of pics - here are a few:

It's still named the Surprise - Fox's lease on it has not expired, so they aren't restoring it back until it is. According to the docent on board, the plan is to turn it into a pirate ship and do piratical sails.

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Gunports:

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Their cannon display:

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On deck:

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And last but not least, the Seat of Ease:

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I got to fight on her for a reenactment of the Battle of Groton, back in the 80s... what a blast... attacking the fort, then down over the side in to boats and rowed to the beach... just TOO cool!


"I being shot through the left cheek, the bullet striking away great part of my upper jaw, and several teeth which dropt down the deck where I fell... I was forced to write what I would say to prevent the loss of blood, and because of the pain I suffered by speaking."~ Woodes Rogers

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The lines in the "On Deck" images intrigue me. A number are stowed touching the deck (at least that what it looks like) I'd get keel-hauled if I did that!

Rabz

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