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16 Oct 2023
Armchair Empires: Thomas Pennant’s ‘Outlines of the Globe’
Explore a fascinating collection in the Caird Library and Archive which was written by a “traveller” who didn’t do any travelling.
12 Oct 2023
The history of Bounce: 'a dog of talents'
At the end of the 18th century, Bounce was not only a beloved companion to one of our most famous admirals, but considered by his owner the perfect naval dog - and more intelligent than some of his officers!
10 Oct 2023
How coffee has shaped Britain's maritime history
This blog looks at how a seemingly insignificant bean provided the stimulus to advancements in naval intelligence, technology, trade and science
28 Sep 2023
Marcus Garvey's letters to a flag officer of the Royal Navy
Letters by the Pan-African civil rights leader and founder of the Black Star Line to retired naval officer Vice-Admiral Sir William Henderson have been unearthed in the Caird Library's archives
25 Sep 2023
Night sky highlights - October 2023
Discover what to see in October's night sky, including two gas giants, the International Space Station, two meteor showers and a celestial pot of tea.
14 Sep 2023
A historical treasure hunt in the grounds of the National Maritime Museum
This blog explores the history of various large artefacts in the grounds of the National Maritime Museum and one in Greenwich Park
17 Aug 2023
Night sky highlights - September 2023
Discover what to see in September's night sky, including a majestic winged horse, a galaxy far, far away, and a selection of planets.
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