Providence
The Providence was a British trading vessel during the French and Indian War, which was captained by Samuel Smythe.
The ship was constructed in 1748, and made several trips between Britain and the North American colonies. It also made infrequent visits to the West Indies and carried goods like tea, molasses and cloth. Accompanying this, the Providence was also equipped with cannons, which were mainly used as protection against pirates. One of its owners, Reginald Birch, was also the Grand Master of the Templars.
As such, Birch's fellow Templar Haytham Kenway boarded the Providence for his trip to Boston in 1754, through Birch's influence.
Trivia
- As per Ubisoft's way of playing with the times, this ship is not typical of the era, as it is extremely large and lavish for a trading vessel.
- The Providence appears to have three decks, much like the larger warships of the time, though Haytham can only access the open upper deck and the deck immediately below it.
Crew
The crew of the Providence, and her Captain, are in good order. Although Captain Smythe is known for penny-pinching rationing and being cruel, he does not compare to other Navy captains.
The crew is generally content and hard-working, and well trained, as said by the Helmsman, and though you can hear grumbing belowdecks about the Captain, mutiny is non-existent.
Gallery
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Concept art of the doctor's cabin by Max Qin. -
Alternate concept art of the doctor's cabin by Max Qin. -
Concept art of the ship's kitchen by Max Qin. -
Concept art of the ship's living quarters by Max Qin.
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