Historical information
Sailor fell overboard from H.M.S. ARCHERON but was rescued by HMS VIDETTE. Dated 18/5 but no year is specified.
Part of the collection of William (Bill) Thomason. Refer No. 4136P.
Physical description
Tattered message on white paper on a telegram form, describing a man falling overboard and being subsequently recovered by HMS Vidette.
Message is torn and is glued to a backing sheet.
Inscriptions & markings
Addressed to “V.A.C.R.F - From Capt. D.R.F. - Dated 18/5”
