A talk by Stuart Bligh.

This is the story of William Harrison who was born in a village in Kent in 1833 and who went to sea aged 17 and became a master mariner aged 27. The talk covers the research done to uncover William’s incredible but tragic story, including his early life, his family and his career and voyages at sea. In doing so, the talk highlights the many different ways in which anyone interested can unearth similar stories using archives and records, including those available online. Stuart Bligh is a former County Archivist for Kent, and Head of Research and Information at the
National Maritime Museum in Greenwich. He currently co-ordinates the Maritime Kent Special Interest Group for the Kent Archaeological Society.

Booking for FOMA events is not necessary and unless specified are ALL held at St Nicholas Church Lower Hall, Strood, Rochester, Kent. ME2 4TR; car park entrance is off Gun Lane, ME2 4UG, almost opposite the Health Centre. Talks are £3 for members, £5 non-members.

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