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by the right flank T2 and T3 can readily place themselves on the
right flank as can all of those at the rear of the column. T, by
his superior speed could, if necessary, pass ahead of the column but
it would probably be better to pass round the rear. If the rams
were wanted on the left flank of the new column, T3 could pass
ahead of the column with ease, being pointed fair.
Since the rams will not hinder the ships of the line in their
movement, are they also in the best position for aiding it, so as to
bring the whole force of the fleet to bear in the most powerful
manner in the new formation.