Thames lighters
Thames lighters and hoys
Editorial history
08/11/12: CSG, created page
Purpose of page
The MarineLives project is seeking to link and enhance HCA 13/71, not just to transcribe it. Thames lighters and hoys are frequently mentioned in HCA 13/71. There is clear potential to develop an article about such vessells on the Thames in the 1650s, which would enhance the historiography, using HCA 13/71 as a starting point.
All associates, facilitators, advisors and PhD Forum members are encouraged to contribute to this page from their knowledge of the material, and from their broader knowledge and interest in the topic.
- What examples of lighters and hoys are mentioned in cases and depositions?
- What can we learn about their physical characteristics (burthen, crewing, rigging, cargo capacity)?
- What can we learn about their ownership?
- What can we learn about their captains and crew, and how do they compare socially and economically with captains and crew on larger ships?
Adding footnotes
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Suggested links
Examples of Thames lighters
- "the said lighter"
- HCA 13/71 f.454v Case: Matson against Naylor; Deposition: 1. Oliver Langdon of Wapping Wall Deale Merchant aged 38 yeares: Date: 12/12/1656[1]
