In-letters and orders received by the Navy Board

Captain Douglas of the DOVER has notified the Admiralty that due to the negligence of the Boatswain of the Hulk at Sheerness some men have deserted by taking one of her boats. An extract of his letter is enclosed and orders are given to take steps to prevent further occurrences.

Record Details

Item reference: ADM/A/1809/43
Catalogue Section: Public records: records of the central administration of the Royal Navy and the Merchant Navy
Level: PAGE
Extent: 1 page
Date made: 1694-07-05
Creator: Lowther, John; Priestman, Henry Rooke, George
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London