Cultural Artefact: H.M.S. CHALLENGER
Summary
Journal 1872-1876. Journal kept during H.M.S. Challenger's voyage of scientific exploration around the world, 15 November 1872-12 June 1876. Includes list of officers, scientists and ships company, also details of soundings over 1000 fathoms in the Atlantic Pacific and Southern Oceans. The Challenger passed through Torres Strait during this expedition. Original manuscript, bound, pp.341, 3 cm. LA TROBE: MS.COLL SAFE, MS.10264.