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. A Copenhagen porcelain wall plate with holes for suspension on the reverse. On a blue ground, a printed portrait of a schooner under sail inscribed 'STA SCHOONER 1968 MALCOLM MILLER 1980'. On the reverse is inscribed 'THE STA MARINE PLATE
1980
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. Box for a plate made of white card with the maker's information printed on the outer surfaces.
1980
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. Box for a plate made of white card with the maker's information printed on the outer surfaces.
1980
National Maritime Museum

. Hudson Bay Company point blanket. Three and a half point all wool blanket, predominantly cream with navy blue, red, yellow and green bands. Three and a half blue lines at one corner, with a manufacturer's label.
1980
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. Women's knickers lace edged at the top and legs. 'Invincible' embroidered on front in black.
1980
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Agamemnon(1865); Passenger/cargo vessel. Scale: 1:96. A modern exhibition style full hull model of the iron screw steamer ‘Agamemnon’ (1865). Built by Scott of Greenock and launched 1865, it measured 309 feet in length by 38 feet in the beam a
1980
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Canoe knife. Canoe knife. The blades of these items were supplied as trade goods from 1715 and the Indians added their own handles. They were used for light woodwork such as making snowshoes and canoes.
1980
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Frideborg(1866); Cargo vessel. Scale: 1:64. Waterline scenic model of the 'Frideborg' (1866), a Finnish cargo barquentine. Model is decked, equipped and fully rigged with sails furled. It is inscribed with the name ‘Frideborg’ on the
Circa 1980
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Galloway Princess(1980); Passenger/cargo vessel; Vehicle ferry. Scale: 1:200. A model of the passenger and vehicle ferry, 'Galloway Princess' (1980), which was built by Harland & Wolff for Sealink’s Stranraer to Larne/Belfast service.
1980
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House flag, Hudson Bay Co.. A Hudson Bay Company ensign. A British Red Ensign with the white letters 'HB C' in the fly. The flag is made of nylon fabric and it is machine sewn with the design printed. A rope and toggle is attached. Founded by F
1980
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Medal commemorating the Army and Navy Under-Officers Association. Medal commemorating the Army and Navy Under-Officers Association. Obverse: Trophies of armour and arms around an anchor. Star and two darts of lightning above. Inscription: (left) 'UN
1980
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Titanic II gramphone record. Gramophone Record 'Titanic II' in original packaging. Contains interviews with survivors and related people, whose names are printed near the top of the cover. Made by Vantage Recording Company, 1 Palmer Square, Suit
1980
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'Dawn with the Island of Zembra'. Late in life, John Kingsley Cook worked on a book manuscript of his wartime experiences, from the time of his enrolment in the merchant navy to his liberation from captivity in Algeria. The memoirs were to be il
1980s
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'Entry into the Grand Harbour'. During the Second World War, John Kingsley Cook (1911-94) served in the merchant navy as a wireless officer. He joined in 1940, and went on his first sea voyage, to the United States, in December 1940. His ship wa
1980s
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'Execution of Mad Dog Lola in Méchéria' [Mecheria]. During the Second World War, John Kingsley Cook (1911-94) served in the merchant navy as a wireless officer. He joined in 1940, and went on his first sea voyage, to the United Sta
1980s
National Maritime Museum

'Flares above the ship'. Late in life, John Kingsley Cook worked on a book manuscript of his wartime experiences, from the time of his enrolment in the merchant navy to his liberation from captivity in Algeria. The memoirs were to be illustrated
1980s
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'Heading into the gale'. Late in life, John Kingsley Cook worked on a book manuscript of his wartime experiences, from the time of his enrolment in the merchant navy to his liberation from captivity in Algeria. The memoirs were to be illustrated
1980s
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'In railway compartment'. Late in life, John Kingsley Cook worked on a book manuscript of his wartime experiences, from the time of his enrolment in the merchant navy to his liberation from captivity in Algeria. The memoirs were to be illustrate
1980s
National Maritime Museum

'In the lifeboat'. Late in life, John Kingsley Cook worked on a book manuscript of his wartime experiences, from the time of his enrolment in the merchant navy to his liberation from captivity in Algeria. The memoirs were to be illustrated with
1980s
National Maritime Museum

'Marching up the mountains at Constantine'. Late in life, John Kingsley Cook worked on a book manuscript of his wartime experiences, from the time of his enrolment in the merchant navy to his liberation from captivity in Algeria. The memoirs wer
1980s
National Maritime Museum

'Men rowing'. Late in life, John Kingsley Cook worked on a book manuscript of his wartime experiences, from the time of his enrolment in the merchant navy to his liberation from captivity in Algeria. The memoirs were to be illustrated with on-th
1980s
National Maritime Museum

'On Paddington station'. This is one of 262 drawings and 2 paintings presented to the Museum by the artist's family in 2012, and related to John Kingsley Cook's wartime service in the merchant navy between December 1940 and August 1945
1980s
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'Oppie'. During the Second World War, John Kingsley Cook (1911-94) served in the merchant navy as a wireless officer. He joined in 1940, and went on his first sea voyage, to the United States, in December 1940. His ship the 'Empire Guillemo
1980s
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'Passing Cape Bon'. Late in life, John Kingsley Cook worked on a book manuscript of his wartime experiences, from the time of his enrolment in the merchant navy to his liberation from captivity in Algeria. The memoirs were to be illustrated with
1980s
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'Ship sinking'. Late in life, John Kingsley Cook worked on a book manuscript of his wartime experiences, from the time of his enrolment in the merchant navy to his liberation from captivity in Algeria. The memoirs were to be illustrated with on-
1980s
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'Survivors in the dawn'. Late in life, John Kingsley Cook worked on a book manuscript of his wartime experiences, from the time of his enrolment in the merchant navy to his liberation from captivity in Algeria. The memoirs were to be illustrated
1980s
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'The dance at the Royal British Hotel'. Late in life, John Kingsley Cook worked on a book manuscript of his wartime experiences, from the time of his enrolment in the merchant navy to his liberation from captivity in Algeria. The memoirs were to
1980s
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'The de-lousing machine'. Late in life, John Kingsley Cook worked on a book manuscript of his wartime experiences, from the time of his enrolment in the merchant navy to his liberation from captivity in Algeria. The memoirs were to be illustrate
1980s
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'The lifeboat amongst the wreckage'. During the Second World War, John Kingsley Cook (1911-94) served in the merchant navy as a wireless officer. He joined in 1940, and went on his first sea voyage, to the United States, in December 1940. His sh
1980s
National Maritime Museum

'The Mate at the tiller'. Late in life, John Kingsley Cook worked on a book manuscript of his wartime experiences, from the time of his enrolment in the merchant navy to his liberation from captivity in Algeria. The memoirs were to be illustrate
1980s
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'Under the canvas at night'. During the Second World War, John Kingsley Cook (1911-94) served in the merchant navy as a wireless officer. He joined in 1940, and went on his first sea voyage, to the United States, in December 1940. His ship was s
1980s
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'Westward bound convoy breaking up at sunset'. This is one of 262 drawings and 2 paintings presented to the Museum by the artist's family in 2012, and related to John Kingsley Cook's wartime service in the merchant navy between Decembe
1980s
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. silk, black
1980s
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390 Controller. This small electronic display unit is designed for use on the deck of a yacht, where it gives a readout from the navigational systems housed below decks. It was used aboard the racing yacht 'Maiden', which took part in the Whitbr
circa 1989
National Maritime Museum

AK-47 Assault Rifle Type 56. AK-47 assault rifle. Wooden stock and pistol grip with steel barrel and steel curved magazine. The magazine takes 30 rounds of ammunition. It is fitted with high front sights and a tangent rear leaf sight. The gun is gas oper
early 1980s
National Maritime Museum

AK-47 Assault Rifle Type 56. Firing pin for the AK-47 assault rifle.
early 1980s
National Maritime Museum

In the lifeboats. Late in life, John Kingsley Cook worked on a book manuscript of his wartime experiences, from the time of his enrolment in the merchant navy to his liberation from captivity in Algeria. The memoirs were to be illustrated with on-the-spot
1980s
National Maritime Museum

Man on the deck of a ship, seen from behind. Late in life, John Kingsley Cook worked on a book manuscript of his wartime experiences, from the time of his enrolment in the merchant navy to his liberation from captivity in Algeria. The memoirs were to be i
1980s
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Man peeling potatoes. Late in life, John Kingsley Cook worked on a book manuscript of his wartime experiences, from the time of his enrolment in the merchant navy to his liberation from captivity in Algeria. The memoirs were to be illustrated with on-the-
1980s
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Man resting. This is one of 262 drawings and 2 paintings presented to the Museum by the artist's family in 2012, and related to John Kingsley Cook's wartime service in the merchant navy between December 1940 and August 1945. In the 1980s, Cook
1980s
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Man smoking a pipe. This is one of 262 drawings and 2 paintings presented to the Museum by the artist's family in 2012, and related to John Kingsley Cook's wartime service in the merchant navy between December 1940 and August 1945. In the 1980s,
1980s
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Man standing on the deck of a ship, seen from behind. This is one of 262 drawings and 2 paintings presented to the Museum by the artist's family in 2012, and related to John Kingsley Cook's wartime service in the merchant navy between December 1
1980s
National Maritime Museum

Man standing on the deck of a ship. Late in life, John Kingsley Cook worked on a book manuscript of his wartime experiences, from the time of his enrolment in the merchant navy to his liberation from captivity in Algeria. The memoirs were to be illustrate
1980s
National Maritime Museum

Pen stand containing inkwell and desk diary. A pen stand that also holds a desk diary and an ink well. The desk diary, pen stand and inkwell are covered in chromium. All 3 parts are set on a black plinth.
Pre 1980
National Maritime Museum

Prisoners sitting by a bonfire. Late in life, John Kingsley Cook worked on a book manuscript of his wartime experiences, from the time of his enrolment in the merchant navy to his liberation from captivity in Algeria. The memoirs were to be illustrated wi
1980s
National Maritime Museum

Scene on the deck of a ship. Late in life, John Kingsley Cook worked on a book manuscript of his wartime experiences, from the time of his enrolment in the merchant navy to his liberation from captivity in Algeria. The memoirs were to be illustrated with
1980s
National Maritime Museum

Scene on the deck of a ship. This is one of 262 drawings and 2 paintings presented to the Museum by the artist's family in 2012, and related to John Kingsley Cook's wartime service in the merchant navy between December 1940 and August 1945. In t
1980s
National Maritime Museum

Standing man, seen from behind. Late in life, John Kingsley Cook worked on a book manuscript of his wartime experiences, from the time of his enrolment in the merchant navy to his liberation from captivity in Algeria. The memoirs were to be illustrated wi
1980s
National Maritime Museum

Three men on the deck of a ship. This is one of 262 drawings and 2 paintings presented to the Museum by the artist's family in 2012, and related to John Kingsley Cook's wartime service in the merchant navy between December 1940 and August 1945.
1980s
National Maritime Museum

Two women with fruit basket. Late in life, John Kingsley Cook worked on a book manuscript of his wartime experiences, from the time of his enrolment in the merchant navy to his liberation from captivity in Algeria. The memoirs were to be illustrated with
1980s
National Maritime Museum

Wave. Late in life, John Kingsley Cook worked on a book manuscript of his wartime experiences, from the time of his enrolment in the merchant navy to his liberation from captivity in Algeria. The memoirs were to be illustrated with on-the-spot drawings co
1980s
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Bronington (1953). Scale: 1:24. Plan showing the lower deck and hold as fitted for Bronington (1953), a Ton class coastal minesweeper. The plan includes alterations from 1965, 1967, 1969 at Rosyth and 1980 at Chatham.
July 1980
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