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LB Watts manuscript diary

 Unprocessed Material — Folder: 1
Identifier: ViU-2021-0152

Content Description

A small hand-written and illustrated manuscript diary compiled by Commander LB Watts, RNR (Royal Navy Reserve) on his World War I and later service that holds details and information on the merchant ship, HMS City of London. The diary contains detailed lists of officers and men, armaments and technical diagrams, maps, newspaper clippings, and annotated cartoons.

Acquisition Type

Purchase

Provenance

Purchased, 21 September 2021.

Restrictions Apply

No

Dates

  • ca. 1916-1944

Creator

Extent

.03 Cubic Feet (1 letter size folder)

Inventory

1 item