Journal [manuscript]. 1894-1897.

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Journal [manuscript]. 1894-1897.

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Journal kept by Lieut. Forster on board H.M.S. Katoomba, 1 May 1894-20 Apr. 1897; on H.M.S. Royal Arthur, 21 Apr.-6 June 1897; and on H.M.S. Latona, 15 June-31 July 1897. The diary covers experiences in Australian and New Zealand waters, also on shore.

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Latona (Ship)

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Forster, Stewart E.

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Royal Arthur (Ship)

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Katoomba (Ship)

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Great Britain. Royal Navy

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