Message despatched from HMS Erebus [found June 1851] ( 30 June 1845 )

1 page. Original document in the Public Record Office

Presented: Dr. Cyriax, 12 Northumberland Road, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, February 1956

"H.M.S. Erebus, 30th of June 1845. Lat 66° - 0' - 0" Long 54° - 20'

In company with H.M.S. Terror and transport Baretto Junior – Coast of Greenland about 35 miles – All well.

John Franklin, Captain

A Danish Brig in Company

In the handwriting of Captn Fitzjames, signed by Sir J. Franklin, picked up 14th July 1849 near Egodesminde, Lat 9 Long 53 (about).

Cylinder picked up June 1851"

About this document ...

  • Written by: Sir John Franklin
  • Archive: National Maritime Museum
  • Collection: Copies Of Volumes And Documents - Photostats
  • Reference number: Ms 56-102 PST-23
  • Date: 30 June 1845
Sunken ship