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Desperate mutiny and court martial aboard a ship in 1743
The narrative recounts a mutiny threat and internal conflict aboard a ship, detailing protests over punishment, a proposed escape through Magellan, divisions among officers, a captain’s rash actions, and a looming transfer of command from Captain Pemberton to the lieutenant. It describes discipline, shortages, discipline failures, and growing unrest among the crew amid harsh Atlantic conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pemberton
Prac
England
Magellan
Ieee
Marcles
Iimyes Cmd
Cearry
Belure
S Peak
Carpenter
Smith
Butler
Petons
Tubitton
Northwind
Captain Cheap
Taurfeau
Cozens
Jones More
Campbel
Banner Grounds
Cxt
Dea
Leutenant