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Prince Ernest (Ship) log, 1800 August 13-1802 January 7
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Prince Ernest (Ship)
- Title
- Prince Ernest (Ship) log
- Dates
- 1800 August 13-1802 January 7 (inclusive)18001802
- Quantity
- 0.25 linear feet, (1 volume)
- Collection Number
- B 114
- Summary
- The collection consist of the log of Her Majesty's packet Prince Ernest.
- Repository
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University of Oregon Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives
UO Libraries--SCUA
1299 University of Oregon
Eugene OR
97403-1299
Telephone: 5413463068
spcarref@uoregon.edu - Access Restrictions
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Collection is open to the public. Collection must be used in Special Collections and University Archives Reading Room. Collection or parts of collection may be stored offsite. Please contact Special Collections and University Archives in advance of your visit to allow for transportation time.
- Additional Reference Guides
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See the Current Collection Guide for detailed description and requesting options.
- Languages
- English
- Sponsor
- Funding for production of this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC).
Historical NoteReturn to Top
The commander of the Prince Ernest for the described journeys was James Petre.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The collection consists of the log of H. M. packet, Prince Ernest, Falmouth to New York, and Falmouth to St. Thomas. The log includes daily and hourly reports of the weather, as well as a ledger. Dates covered: August 13-December 5, 1800; January 28-May 10, 1801; June 9-September 15, 1801; November 14, 1801-January 7, 1802.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Merchant marine--Great Britain--History--19th century
- Ocean travel
- Packets--England--Falmouth
- Shipping--England--Falmouth--History--19th century
Corporate Names
- Prince Ernest (Ship)
Geographical Names
- Atlantic Ocean--Climate
- Great Britain--Colonies--commerce--West Indies
- Great Britain--commerce--History--19th century
- New York (N.Y.)--commerce--Great Britain
Form or Genre Terms
- Ships' logs
- Weather diaries
Finding aid prepared by University of Oregon Libraries, Archivists' Toolkit Project Team and Austin Munsell
2012
