A Log Book From The Clipper Ship FLYING FISH
A Log Book From The Clipper Ship FLYING FISH

E.C. NICKELS; MASTER, 1851-1856

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A Log Book From The Clipper Ship FLYING FISH
E.C. Nickels; Master, 1851-1856
A detailed account of the passage by the Donald MaKay clipper ship FLYING FISH from Boston to San Francisco, and then from San Francisco to Manila, and from Manila to New York. Kept by the master of the FLYING FISH, E.C. Nickels. The log encompases a six year voyage. Details in the log include winds (speed and direction), sea and weather conditions, miles travelled in 12 hour segments, and notes from the harbor logs. In a leather bound book with the end marked "Log Book".
15¾ x 10½ in. (40 x 26.7 cm.)

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