We are usually familiar with wooden ships from films and novels in which pirates and other adventurers take us on thrilling adventures. We generally realise less that, up until the 19th century, these ships represented a wealth of knowledge, determination, innovation, resources, techniques and power that made them the leading industry of those times – one that only the great nations could deploy.

Practical information:
Lecture led by Guy Tournier.
Duration: 1 hour.
Limited number of places. Booking required via the Museum, online, by email or by telephone.


Services

AccessFree

Date(s)

On the 3 November 2026 from 15:00 to 16:00

Practical information

Adress Musée National de la Marine
Château de Brest
Boulevard de la Marine
29200 Brest
Phone02 98 37 75 51
Mailbrest@musee-marine.fr
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