44/47 For ships in chase or looking out to alter course to port or starboard. To stay by or repair to the protection of prizes or ships under convoy. When fetching up with the enemy and to leeward, or on a contrary tack, to break through their line, and to endeavour to cut off part of their van or rear. For the leading ship to cut through the enemy's line of battle. To signify that the admiral will carry neither top nor stern lights. |