McNab, Robert, 1864-1917 : Papers relating to the corvette Heroine

Papers compiled by Robert McNab as part of his research into early New Zealand history. The pages relate to the `Heroine' and its tour of duty in the South Seas, including the Bay of Islands, to protect French whaling vessels and interests; includes material on the massacre of the crew of the `Jean Bart' at the Chatam (sic) Islands. The pages include a draft of the episode, which he eventually published in 'Old whaling days' (1913), and various additional research notes.s

Source of title - Transcribed

Quantity: 1 volume(s) (50 pages). 0.02 Linear Metres.

Physical Description: Holograph (26 cm; blue linen)

Provenance: Compiler of papers unknown