Old World Trading Admiral's Line Bon Homme Richard Model Ship - Small
John Paul Jones, whom many consider the father of the American Navy, took command of the Bon Homme Richard in 1779. Bon Homme Richard was named in honor of Benjamin Franklin. On September 23, 1779, the Bon Homme Richard engaged the English frigate Serapis near Cape Flamborough in the North Sea. The battle was a turning point for a young American Navy. During the battle British Captain Pearson called out "Has your ship struck?" and Jones instantly replied "I have not yet begun to fight". After a fierce battle the American's captured the Serapis. In 1913, John Paul Jones was laid to rest in the crypt of the U.S. Naval Academy Chapel in Annapolis.
100% scratch built, put together piece by piece
No model kits used
Wood is cut from plantation grown trees
Plank on Frame construction with hollow hulls
Ribs on the inside form the hull and deck
Working lines that can be tightened and loosened
Sails can be furled or unfurled by tracing each working line
Fantastic craftsmanship including rigging and stitching on the sails
Solid wooden stand included
Brass nameplate included
Comes with her history printed on antiqued paper with display stand
Each boat model shipped fully assembled and insured
