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I have been doing some reading in the book The Spirit of Seventy-Six. The book is a collection of letters and diary entries from those who fought on both sides of the American Revolution.
In reading the section on naval engagements, I noticed an interesting fact practiced by both sides. When an enemy ship attacked, the other ship would respond in 3 cheers from the crew and a broadside. After that, the battle would go until victory is rewarded.
I have no idea where 3 cheers and a broadside tradition came from. Any naval gurus feel like filling me in on this?
SGT Doody
In reading the section on naval engagements, I noticed an interesting fact practiced by both sides. When an enemy ship attacked, the other ship would respond in 3 cheers from the crew and a broadside. After that, the battle would go until victory is rewarded.
I have no idea where 3 cheers and a broadside tradition came from. Any naval gurus feel like filling me in on this?
SGT Doody