Document signed by William Bridgeman, c.1646-1699, English civil servant and Secretary to the Admiralty between 1694 and 1698.

By command of the Admiralty Commissioners I desire you will hasten the dispatch of the anchors and cables which are directed to be sent to Portsmouth by the Orders yesterday, and that you let me know the names of the carrying Vessels, giving me notice when they arrive at the Nore so that Convoy may be timely provided for them.

Record Details

Item reference: ADM/A/1821/96
Catalogue Section: Public records: records of the central administration of the Royal Navy and the Merchant Navy
Level: PAGE
Date made: 1695-07-12
Creator: Bridgeman, William
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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