| Description | Printed circular describing events of January 1796, when Lord Exmouth (Sir Edward Pellew Knight) was refitting a frigate and a 'violent storm arose' driving the Dutton transport with the Queen's regiment 'of foot' to the West Indies 'a total wreck upon the rocks' and expected to 'fall to pieces' at any moment. Describes the heroic actions of Edward Pellew which saved many on board.
Used as draft paper for Public School Commission letters. |