Steam Clipper "Great Britain", as rigged 1853-1877.  Launched at Bristol in 1843, she was the first iron ship to cross the Atlantic and the first Screw Steamer of any size.  500 HP.   She traded to Australia in 1852 - 1877.

Tonnage:  3270 gross, 1795 n

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Steam Clipper "Great Britain", as rigged 1853-1877. Launched at Bristol in 1843, she was the first iron ship to cross the Atlantic and the first Screw Steamer of any size. 500 HP. She traded to Australia in 1852 - 1877. Tonnage: 3270 gross, 1795 net Dimensions: 240'0", breadth 48'2", draught 31'5"

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Port Adelaide Nautical Museum

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GREAT BRITAIN

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