[1] The Pallas and Research were sold out of service in 1880.

[2] By increasing the displacement of this type thirty tons, an increase of speed of two knots has been obtained, a 4-inch stern-gun mounted, and the boats made perfectly seaworthy.

[3] [See cut, page 203].

[4] [See cut, page 199].

[5] [See cut, page 201].

[6] [See cut, page 202].

[7] [See plate Part IV. French Barbette Turret].

[8] [See page 299].

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