The ship lands on the uninhabited island of Fernando de Noronha. Some men die of a dropsical disease caused by bad food and water.

The ship lands on the uninhabited island of Fernando de Noronha. Soon after, the Admiral ship springs a serious leak. They receive news of peace made between Holland and England. A number of men in the fleet die of a dropsical disease caused by bad food and water, and Barlow comments that the food on English ships is better.

Record Details

Item reference: JOD/4/184
Catalogue Section: Manuscript volumes acquired singly by the Museum
Level: PAGE
Extent: 1 page
Date made: 1659-1703; 1674
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London