HMS Caledonia

The third of my fleet is finally done. The Caledonia was laid down in 1805 and launched in 1808; she took part in a few major actions before being renamed HMS Dreadnought. She ended her days as a hospital ship, which is as good a way to go as any.

Pulling alongside the Santissima Trinidad for a devastating broadside.

The colour scheme is the classic Royal Navy yellow with black trim and red gunport covers. The Caledonia was painted in the scheme later in her life, I believe; I've not been able to confirm that she looked like this at the beginning of her career. 

The rigging was again relatively simple; I made a few mistakes with the ratlines but nothing I can't live with. 

One more to go before I decide whether to buy any more. I have to admit to really enjoying working on these.