20 Oct 2010
In 1805 Robert Hope, a member of the sailmakers' crew of HMS Temeraire, wrote to his brother to recount his recent involvement in the Battle of Trafalgar. Recently acquired by the National Maritime Museum after 205 years in private hands, October's item of the month is a fascinating below-deck account of the famous battle.
The manuscript has recently received quite a bit of attention. If you would like to view the letter in person it will take a starring role in Thursday's archive journey session.
Richard (Assistant Archivist)