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Medical journal of HMS Madagascar for 1 January to 31 December 1861 by William Macleod,...
Catalogue reference: ADM 101/287
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- ADM 101/287
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- 1861 Jan-Dec
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Medical journal of HMS Madagascar for 1 January to 31 December 1861 by William Macleod, Surgeon, during which time the said ship was employed in the Harbour of Rio de Janeiro. Including in this journal are notes on Rio de Janeiro and its fevers. (Described at item level).
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- The National Archives, Kew
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- 160
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- Open Document, Open Description
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