Logbook of HMS Cygnet

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MS. 17086

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Manuscript logbook of HMS Cygnet detailing repeated engagements with slave traders off the West African coast from 16 November 1845 to 22 March 1847 as part of the Royal Navy's efforts to combat the Atlantic slave trade. From April 1844 to February 1846 the commander was Henry Layton followed by Frederick Wilmot Horton until April 1846, Frederick Byng Montresor until February 1847 and Philip Hodge Somerville until April 1847.

An undated magazine article about the Royal Navy's role off the African coast from 1807 to 1867 is tipped onto the first blank page of the logbook.

Dates

Creation: 1845-1847

Extent

1 box

Language of Materials

English

Preferred Citation

Oxford, Bodleian Libraries [followed by shelfmark and folio or page reference, e.g. MS. 17086].

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Shelfmark:

MS. 17086

Collection ID (for staff)

CMD ID 17086

Additional Description

Abstract

Logbook of HMS Cygnet.

Biographical / Historical

HMS Cygnet was an eight-gun wooden brig, launched in 1840, which became part of the Royal Navy's force off the West African coast. It was transferred to the coastguard in 1863 and renamed WV.30 and was broked up in 1877.