The “Dos Amigos” was a slaver, one of the famous early 19th century Baltimore clippers. She was low-slung and fast, double-masted, small and agile, painted black to make it easier to hide herself off the African coast after slaving had been abolished. Her hull was modified, with space below decks to bring the slaves from Africa to Cuba for the sugar plantations. Her last voyage as a slaver was in 1830, sailing out of the port of Havana on 13th July, with a crew of 34 and armed with a single carronade, 16 rifles and 15 pistols. She was captured by the British brig HMS Black Joke, with 567 African captives aboard. She patrolled the seas around Cuba until she was withdrawn from service in 1843. This brand new kit comes with detailed English instructions, though the “Dos Amigos” is best for intermediate to advanced builders! Our Ships and Kits Make Great Gifts and Projects! – The Ages of Sail crew. The item “Generously detailed, brand new Occre wooden model ship kit the Dos Amigos” is in sale since Friday, January 16, 2015. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Models & Kits\Boats, Ships\Other Boat, Ship Models & Kits”. The seller is “ageofsail” and is located in San Lorenzo, California. This item can be shipped worldwide.
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