Clipper Ship Dreadnought - Historic 19th-Century Sailing Vessel Illustration #3576867 (License: Personal Use)

This detailed lithograph by Currier & Ives (1860) shows the famed clipper ship *Dreadnought*, built in 1859 by Donald McKay, racing through heavy seas with all sails set. Notable features include its black hull, red cross on the forecourse, and a string of international signal flags, reflecting its transatlantic voyages and record-breaking speed. A distant ship and seabird add depth and realism to the dramatic maritime scene.

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