Signal book used on HMS EURYDICE, 1848-1849.

Pocket notebook used by Edward Wilds during his appointment as second master on HMS EURYDICE (1843) on the Cape of Good Hope station in 1848-1849. It contains instructions and drawings for the use of signal flags, distinguishing pendants and divisional flags. There are also particulars of the ship and dimensions of sails.

Record details

Item reference: SIG/B/111/2
Catalogue section: Manuscript volumes acquired singly by the Museum
Level: ITEM
Extent: 1 folder
Date made: 1840-1848
Creator: Wilds, Edward
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London