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Archaeologists Reconstruct Diet of Nelson’s Navy

November 30, 2013 The Dear Knows 0

This fascinating article explains the results of chemical isotope analysis done on the bones of sailors in the Royal Navy during the Age of Sail. Read on for an education on the diet of the […]

An Introduction to Life, Death and Health in Aubrey’s Royal Navy

April 7, 2010 The Dear Knows 0

Food Supplying the fleets was an immense undertaking, and was controled by the Victualing Board. The purser on each ship was in charge of supplying the food and consumables; like candles, coal, clothes (or slops […]