Log book and papers [manuscript]. 1803.

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Log book and papers [manuscript]. 1803.

Log and papers of the Investigator 1803.

2 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7074595

Libraries Australia

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Investigator (Ship)

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Flinders, Matthew, 1774-1814

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Flinders was a captain in the navy, hydrographer and discoverer. On 24 Jan. 1801 he was given command of HM Sloop Investigator, and was subsequently promoted to the rank of Commander, for the purpose of surveying the coast of Australia. He received his sailing orders on 17.7.1801 and reached Australia on 6.12.1801. From the description of Letter [manuscript]. 1801. (Libraries Australia). WorldCat record id: 225710813 ...