ship of the line

A warship from the age of sail. Large and heavily armed, they were equipped with two or more decks of cannons, giving them armament equivalent to several smaller warships (such as frigates) combined.

One of the most famous ships of the line is HMS Victory, which was Admiral Nelson's flagship at the Battle of Trafalgar.

See also

• Sailing ship

This tag implicates warship (learn more).