Historical Backdrop – Dr. Leander Braden Historical Backdrop – Francis ‘Fly’ Austen Historical Backdrop – Magpie Historical Background – The Age of Sail Historical Background – Son of a Gun Historical Background – Brass Monkey Historical Backdrop – Admiral Edward Vernon Transatlantic Journey Ft. Lauderdale to Lisbon Rules Restaurant, Maiden Lane Inspiration – Visit to the HMS Surprise Destination Portsmouth Exploring HMS Victory Exploring Jane Austen’s Literary Home Exploring Kenwood House Somerset House Admiralty House Halifax – Searching The Archives Admiralty House, London
