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Discovery (Ship : Launched 1789)

 Organization

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

George Vancouver collection

 Collection
Identifier: Mss 1579
Abstract

Small collection of copies of documents by and relating to George Vancouver and the expedition he commanded from 1791-1975, including extracts from a journal of Thomas Manby, who served with Vancouver; a letter regarding the choice of Vancouver to command the expedition; an essay and report by Vancouver; and papers relating to the controversy between Vancouver and Thomas Pitt. Also includes microfilm copies of ship logs, letters, lists, and other material.

Dates: circa 1792-1798