Where was Mackintosh's party's ship during a gale?
At sea
Docked in New Zealand
Under repair
Winter moorings
Answer
In the winter of 1773, Captain John Mackintosh's ship, the Felicity, was safely anchored at its winter moorings in the Port of Leith, Scotland. This location provided shelter and protection from the harsh weather conditions, including gales, during the winter months.
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