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The Georgian era
Learn about the monarchs and events that shaped this era
Research guide
Research guide P3: Charts of the Spanish Armada by Robert Adams in the Museum
This guide investigates the history of the mighty Spanish Armada the significance of its defeat by an English fleet in 1588 to sixteenth century Europe
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Sailing without engines: a return to wind and wave power
How does it feel to sail solely using the wind and the waves? Wind, Tide & Oar, a new film by Huw Wahl, explores the essence of engineless sailing
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Jane Austen and the Royal Navy
In this blog we explore some of Austen’s literary nautical themes, but also consider her actual maritime connections.
Research guide
Research guide Q1: Exploration and discovery
This guide will help you research famous explorers, navigators and hydrographers. It gives a brief account of their voyages and lists some of the material related to them held by the National Maritime Museum
Electronic resources in the Caird Library and Archive
The Caird Library subscribes to a range of electronic resources to assist you in your research
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Water and the sea in Shakespeare's plays
Explore how water and the sea seeps into Shakespeare's works with the National Maritime Museum
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Collections Development Policy
Royal Museums Greenwich has a long-term purpose and holds collections in trust for the benefit of the public in relation to its stated objectives. Sound curatorial reasons must be established before consideration is given to any acquisition to the collection, or the disposal of any items in the museum’s collection.