The ship runs short of provisions on the voyage home, and on arrival the sailors have to pay for damaged cargo. Barlow stays at home for a long time, due to the uncertain political situation in England.

On the voyage home the ship is leaky and runs short of water and food, due to adverse weather. Barlow reflects on the hardships of a sailor's life and resolves to get command of a ship. On arrival in London the sailors have to pay for the damaged cargo. Barlow stays at home for a long time, mainly because of the uncertain political situation in England.

Record Details

Item reference: JOD/4/222
Catalogue Section: Manuscript volumes acquired singly by the Museum
Level: PAGE
Extent: 1 page
Date made: 1659-1703; 1680-1681
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London