Samuel Gordon: Log book, HMS ''Veteran''

Scope and Content

Ship's log marked 'A Log of the Proceedings of His Majesty's ship Veteran. George Gregory Esquire, Commander. Commencing 17th June 1797 By me S. Gordon. Master's Mate'. Includes exercises in nautical mathematics and navigation, with diagrams and illustrations.

Access Information

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Acquisition Information

Purchased at Sotheby's sale, 15-16 July 1998, lot 259.

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