Satchel

Hand sewn satchel belonging to Captain F. L. McClintock (1817-1907). The satchel is closed by three rope ties and has shoulder straps ending in rope. "24" marked in ink on the back.

McClintock's journal (MCL18) dating to 7 July 1857 records that they commenced making knapsacks for travelling purposes.

Object Details

ID: AAA3987
Collection: Polar Equipment and Relics
Type: Satchel
Display location: Not on display
Events: Arctic Exploration: Franklin Search Expedition, McClintock, 1857-1859
Date made: circa 1857
Exhibition: North-West Passage
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 356 x 483 mm