FrigateHistory: In ancient times it was a small, swift, undecked vessel propelled by oars or sail. The French first applied the term to a particular type of warship during the second quarter of the 18th century. The Seven Year' War (1756-63) marked the definite adoption of the "frigate" as a standard class of vessel, comming next to ship in line and were used for cruising and scouting purposes. They were three-masted, fully rigged and fast with the main armament carried on a single deck and additional guns on the poop and forecastle. "Frigate" continued in used throughout the period of transition from sail to Steam but gradually gave way to the Cruiser In the modern navy it is a light armored ship used for patrol- and surveillance duties suchs as fighting and prevention of submarine attacks. Hint: Can carry up to four units. Specifications:
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