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Medal commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar. Medal commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar. Obverse: Short bust of Admiral Viscount Nelson in a pigtail and uniform (left). Legend: 'ADMIRAL LORD NELSON&
1955
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Medal commemorating Trafalgar 150th anniversary, 1955. Medal commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar. Obverse: Short bust of Admiral Viscount Nelson in a pigtail and uniform (left). Legend: 'ADMIRAL LORD NELSON'; 'EN
1955
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Medal commemorating the 350th Anniversary of the birth of Admiral de Ruyter, 1957. Medal commemorating the 350th anniversary of the birth of Admiral de Ruyter, 1957. Obverse: Bust of Admiral Michel Adrianzoon de Ruyter (1607-1676) (three-quarter right) a
1957
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Medal commemorating the Battle of Manila Bay and USS 'Olympia'; 60th anniversary, 1958. Medal commemorating the Battle of Manila Bay and USS 'Olympia'; 60th anniversary, 1958. Obverse: Starboard-bow view of a battleship. Legend: '
1958
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. A stabilizing platform with a single axis for an artificial horizon periscope sextant.
Possibly 1960
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. Staballoy bathythermograph slides, in a blue plastic box
1960s
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. Turbine wheel for a Bergen log; with eight blades; fitted into a wooden box.
1960s
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A view from the bridge of 'Gripsholm' (1957) or 'Kungsholm' (1966) of the Pedro Miguel Lock, Panama Canal.. A view from the bridge of 'Gripsholm' (1957) or 'Kungsholm' (1966) of the Pedro Miguel Lock, Panama Canal,
Late 1960s to early 1970s
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Mechanical digital wristwatch. Digital wristwatch with mechanical readout, by Sicura.
circa 1960
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Medal commemorating the 5th centenary of the death of Henry the Navigator, 1960. Medal commemorating the 5th centenary of the death of Henry the Navigator, 1960. Obverse: Prince Henry the Navigator (1394-1460), with dividers in right hand, seated at a tab
1960
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Esso Langstone (1962); Esso Seaford Bay (1962); Esso Thamesman (1962); Esso Torbay (1962); Esso Weymouth Bay (1962); Service vessel; Floating service station. Plating design model of a floating fuel station which represents the Esso Langstone, Esso Seafor
Circa 1962
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Pennant, Australian 2/7th Field Regiment WA Ex Members Association. Cream satin pennant with the shoulder flash of the 2/7th Australia Field Regiment. Embroidered in gold letters: 'Presented to R.M.S. Stratheden 1937 (RMS)"STRATHEDEN" 23.9.
1963
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Medal commemorating the 150th anniversary of the battle of Lake Erie, 1963. Medal commemorating the 150th anniversary of the battle of Lake Erie, 1963. Obverse: Six US ships, one-and-two-masted, approach the British fleet across the Lake, with ensigns at
1963
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Medal commemorating the 150th anniversary of the battle of Lake Erie, 1963. Wallet for medal commemorating the 150th anniversary of the battle of Lake Erie, 1963.
1963
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. Badge
pre.1965
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. Lapel badge. Admiralty porter badge. Similar to those worn in 1979 by RNR shipkeepers.
pre.1965
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. Lapel badge. Admiralty porter badge. Similar to those worn in 1979 by RNR shipkeepers.
pre.1965
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Navicator (sic). Hand-held radio direction finder with an earpiece. The earpiece plugs into a socket on the bottom of the handle. On the back of the main body are the other controls, including a frequency selector, volume control and switch for the lamp.
about 1965
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Medal commemorating the 11th International Congress of the History of Science, 1965. Box for the medal commemorating the 11th International Congress of the History of Science, 1965.
1965
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Medal commemorating the 11th International Congress of the History of Science, 1965. Medal commemorating the 11th International Congress of the History of Science, 1965. Obverse: A symbolic three-column arch surmounted by a cross. Legend: 'LXX . ANN
1965
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Medal commemorating the 150th anniversary of the battle of New Orleans, 1965. Box base for the medal commemorating the 150th anniversary of the battle of New Orleans, 1965.
1965
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Medal commemorating the 150th anniversary of the battle of New Orleans, 1965. Box lid for the medal commemorating the 150th anniversary of the battle of New Orleans, 1965.
1965
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Medal commemorating the 150th anniversary of the battle of New Orleans, 1965. Medal commemorating the 150th anniversary of the battle of New Orleans, 1965. Obverse: The American eagle with the motto 'E PLURIBUS UNUM' behind, surmounts the crosse
1965
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Medal commemorating the Royal Yacht Squadron 150th anniversary, 1965. Box base for the medal commemorating the Royal Yacht Squadron 150th anniversary, 1965.
1965
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Medal commemorating the Royal Yacht Squadron 150th anniversary, 1965. Box lid for the medal commemorating the Royal Yacht Squadron 150th anniversary, 1965.
1965
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Medal commemorating the Royal Yacht Squadron 150th anniversary, 1965. Medal commemorating the Royal Yacht Squadron 150th anniversary, 1965. Obverse: A foul anchor surmounted by a crown, with the letters 'RYS' in Gothic script, dates below, 
1965
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Medal commemorating Sir Francis Chichester (1901-1972) and 'Gypsy Moth IV'. Medal commemorating Sir Francis Chichester (1901-1972) and 'Gypsy Moth IV'. Obverse: Bust of Sir Francis Chichester (left), wearing a cap. In the background ma
1966-7
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Encounter Bay (1969); Merchant vessel; Cargo vessel; Container ship. Scale: 1:200. A model of the Encounter Bay (1969) made in wood with metal and plastic fittings, which has been realistically painted. The hull is carved from a solid piece of wood and is
circa 1969
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. Cardboard kit with an instruction booklet for assembly (see AST0602.1). The kit contains: 1 back, 1 pointer, 1 bolt, 7 latitude plates, 1 alidade, 1 rete and 1 front border. The latitude plates are for 25º, 30º, 35º, 38º, 45º an
1970s
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. Compass dial for latitude 49° North in a presentation case with a booklet. The dial is part of a circular, wooden, lathe-turned box with a lid. The lid contains a mirror held in place by brass wire. The hour scale is marked in red paint and the bras
1970s
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Digital Sextant. The sextant has a grey-lacquered brass Admiralty-pattern frame and a plastic handle. The white plastic micrometer drum, clamp, and worm gear on the back of the index arm. The micrometer drum is connected by a notched wheel to an electromo
circa 1970
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HMS Pique (1834); Warship; Frigate. Scale: 1:48. An anchor from a model of a longitudinal section of HMS Pique (1834) showing its method of construction and internal layout and made entirely in wood with metal fittings.
between 1970 and 1990
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HMS Pique (1834); Warship; Frigate. Scale: 1:48. An anchor from a model of a longitudinal section of HMS Pique (1834) showing its method of construction and internal layout and made entirely in wood with metal fittings.
between 1970 and 1990
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HMS Pique (1834); Warship; Frigate. Scale: 1:48. Bowsprit from a model of a longitudinal section of HMS Pique (1834) showing its method of construction and internal layout and made entirely in wood with metal fittings.
between 1970 and 1990
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HMS Pique (1834); Warship; Frigate. Scale: 1:48. Box of spare parts from a model of a longitudinal section of HMS Pique (1834) showing its method of construction and internal layout and made entirely in wood with metal fittings.
between 1970 and 1990
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HMS Pique (1834); Warship; Frigate. Scale: 1:48. Dummy foremast from a model of a longitudinal section of HMS Pique (1834) showing its method of construction and internal layout and made entirely in wood with metal fittings.
between 1970 and 1990
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HMS Pique (1834); Warship; Frigate. Scale: 1:48. Dummy main mast from a model of a longitudinal section of HMS Pique (1834) showing its method of construction and internal layout and made entirely in wood with metal fittings.
between 1970 and 1990
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HMS Pique (1834); Warship; Frigate. Scale: 1:48. Dummy mizzen mast from a model of a longitudinal section of HMS Pique (1834) showing its method of construction and internal layout and made entirely in wood with metal fittings.
between 1970 and 1990
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HMS Pique (1834); Warship; Frigate. Scale: 1:48. Manikin cigar box of spare parts from a model of a longitudinal section of HMS Pique (1834) showing its method of construction and internal layout and made entirely in wood with metal fittings.
between 1970 and 1990
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HMS Pique (1834); Warship; Frigate. Scale: 1:48. Two pieces of deck planking from a model of a longitudinal section of HMS Pique (1834) showing its method of construction and internal layout and made entirely in wood with metal fittings.
between 1970 and 1990
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Queen's House, Greenwich (artist's proof). A view down toward the NMM buildings and the Royal Naval College from near the Wolfe statue beside the Royal Observatory. It captures the lively use of the park by visitors and residents of all sorts at
probably 1971
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Medal commemorating the Argentinian Training Cruiser 'La Argentina' 10th voyage, 1971. Case for the medal commemorating the Argentinian Training Cruiser 'La Argentina' 10th voyage, 1971
1971
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Medal commemorating the Argentinian Training Cruiser 'La Argentina' 10th voyage, 1971. Medal commemorating the Argentinian Training Cruiser 'La Argentina' 10th voyage, 1971. Obverse: 'La Argentina' under sail, within a linked
1971
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Grenado (1742); Fighting vessel; Bomb vessel. Scale: 1: 48. A full hull and partially planked model of the ‘Grenado’ (1742), a bomb ketch fitted with two 12-inch mortars. The model has been designed to lift apart to reveal the internal constru
1971-2 (19 January 1971-23 August 1972)
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Engineer's Dept rubber stamp. A rubber stamp with a wooden handle painted black. It was used by Port Line and is inscribed with the words 'ENGINEERS DEPT.'
194-1972
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H.M.S. Sheffield 1955. Signed by artist and dated.
14 Jan 1973
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Ingot commemorating the Oseberg Ship, 9th century. Rectangular shaped ingot. Obverse: Starboard broadside view of the Oseberg ship, sail set. Ship's crew manning the oars. Inscription: 'OSEBERG SHIP'. Reverse: Inscription, 'OSEBERG SHI
1976
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Ingot depicting a caravel, 15th century. Rectangular shaped ingot. Obverse: View of a caravel. Inscription: 'CARAVEL'. Reverse: Inscription, 'CARAVEL Fifteenth Century. During the fifteenth century Prince Henry the Navigator sent caravels,
1976
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Royal Naval uniform: pattern 1953. Uniform trousers belonging to Adm-Fleet Terence Thornton Lewin (1920-1999). Plain navy wool trousers, with a silk lined waistband, and cotton pockets. They have two side pockets, and a zip fly with a button and hook clos
1977-01-28
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Medal commemorating the 150th anniversary of the battle of Navarino, 1977. Case for the medal commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Navarino, 1977.
1977
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Medal commemorating the 150th anniversary of the battle of Navarino, 1977. Information leaflet for the medal commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Navarino, 1977.
1977
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Medal commemorating the 150th anniversary of the battle of Navarino, 1977. Medal commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Navarino, 1977. Obverse: Battle of Navarino with ships ablaze. Reverse: Legend and inscription in Greek script (150th An
1977
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A Normandy port. This view of sailing ships in a harbour, two with sail spread in light airs, is non-specific both as to place and era. It may, in fact, be the outer harbour of St Malo, but the artist has avoided easily recognized landmarks and it is not
about 1978
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Medal commemorating Cape Horner's 35th International Congress 1979. Medal commemorating Cape Horner's 35th International Congress 1979. Obverse: A starboard-bow view of a ship under sail within a steering-wheel. Legend: 'XXXV CAPE HORNERS
1979
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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
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'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
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'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
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'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
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'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
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'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
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'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
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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
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AK-47 Assault Rifle Type 56. Firing pin for the AK-47 assault rifle.
early 1980s
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Holmes-Wright B Lantern. The Holmes-Wright lantern was designed for carrying out tests of a seaman's ability to distinguish different coloured lights, for the Merchant Navy. The lantern was used to test a subject at a distance of 6 metres, mimicking
about 1982
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Motor fishing vessel. Scale: 1:15. An incomplete model of a fishing vessel that illustrates all the techniques used in its construction. The model represents an actual vessel that was under construction between 1981 and 1982 by J. Weatherhead & Sons,
circa 1982
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Commemorative medal depicting George Ian Murray, 10th Duke of Atholl, 1982. Commemorative medal depicting George Ian Murray, 10th Duke of Atholl, 1982. Obverse: Bust of the Duke of Atholl (left) in highland dress. Legend: 'SILVER JUBILEE 1957-82 GEOR
1982
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Medal commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Normandy Landings, 1984. Box lid for the medal commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Normandy Landings, 1984.
1984
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Medal commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Normandy Landings, 1984. Box lid for the medal commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Normandy Landings, 1984.
1984
National Maritime Museum

Medal commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Normandy Landings, 1984. Medal commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Normandy Landings, 1984. Obverse: The cross of Lorraine with the flags of USA, Canada and UK. Legend: 'COMITE DE DEBARQUEMENT D
1984
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Warship; Destroyer. Undetermined scale. This is a model at its most utilitarian and represents a freelance design concept for a Royal Naval destroyer (circa 1985), commissioned by the Ministry of Defence. Even in these days of sophisticated computer-aided
circa 1985
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