Glossary
- BU = broken up
The dates for ships before 1485 are probably listed using the contemporary English convention of the first day of the year being 25 March (Lady Day).
In the sections listing warships in the English/Royal Navy from 1485 onwards, the dates have been quoted using the modern convention of the year starting on 1 January, where this information is available. All dates are given in the Julian Calendar ("Old Style").
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