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Turtle ship

Ship type
A turtle ship was a type of warship that was used by the Korean Joseon Navy from the early 15th century up until the 19th century. They were used alongside the panokseon warships in the fight against invading Japanese fleets. The ship's name... Wikipedia
Armament: Sulfur gas thrower; 26 cannons
Armour: Timber; Iron spikes
Built: Circa 1590
Laid down: March 12, 1592
Length: 100 to 120 feet (30.5 to 36.6 m)
Lost: Unknown number sank in Battle of Chilcheollyang
Preserved: Replicas only in museums