On 1 May 1663 the ship sets sail for Brasil, and turns south into fairer winds.

On 1 May 1663 the ship sets sail for Brasil, carrying 20 Portugese passengers. Madeira wine is considered a wine which keeps well on long journeys. The weather improves as they go south.

Record Details

Item reference: JOD/4/74
Catalogue Section: Manuscript volumes acquired singly by the Museum
Level: PAGE
Extent: 1 page
Date made: 1659-1703; 1663
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London