Learning resource
GCSE Astronomy coursework: B12 Measuring the sidereal day
Use long-exposure photos of circumpolar stars to determine the length of the sidereal day.
Research guide
Research guide U: Uniforms & medals
An introduction to the uniforms, medals and awards held at the National Maritime Museum, including records on holders of the Victoria Cross
Research guide
Research guides T: Flags
An introduction to the flags held in the collections of the National Maritime Museum and how you can use the Museum's resources to research various types of flag
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
Research guide
Research guide M: General maritime
The National Maritime Museum has a number of useful guides to help you explore maritime history, including guides on the marine environment and the relationship between music and the sea
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Research guide G: Passengers
How you can use the National Maritime Museum's collections to search for passengers who emigrated to America, New Zealand and Australia
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Research guide F: Shipping companies
Guides to exploring shipping company records, including material relating to the Honourable East India Company