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Medal - George III Battle of Groix
| Location | United Kingdom |
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| Year | 1795 |
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| Diameter | 48 mm |
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| Obverse description | Right-facing uniformed bust of Admiral Alexander Arthur Hood, Lord Bridport, in high relief, wearing naval uniform with epaulettes and lace cravat. The legend curves around the upper periphery, with the engraver's initials 'P.K.' visible at the bottom of the field and 'BANCKO' inscribed on the truncation. |
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| Obverse lettering | A . A . HOOD LORD BRIDPORT ADMIRAL OF THE WHITE |
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| Reverse lettering | OFF PORT L`ORIENT & CLOSE TO THE FRENCH SHORE & BATTERIES WITH 22 SHIPS ATTACKED & DEFEATED THE FRENCH FLEET OF 32 SHIPS . THREE SHIPS & 228 GUNS TAKEN. 23D JUNE 1795 |
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