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Three lists of ships in the Royal Navy. One, dated November 9, 1761, is entitled "List of the King's Ships and Vessels in Commission, with an Account how they are disposed; and a State of the Men of such of them as are employed at or near Home." Another, with the same date, is entitled "A List of the Ships and Vessels of your Majesty's Royal Navy; with their Number of Guns, Tons and Men, when Built and Repair'd; distinguishing those which are now in Commission, and the time they may continue fit for service." The third, dated January 1, 1762, is entitled "A List of all His Majesty's Ships and Vessels in Sea Pay, with their present Disposition." less

Lyman Horace Weeks (1851-1942) was an American genealogist, historian and editor. His specialty was genealogical research and he wrote and edited monographs and serials. His biography of Sir Peter Warren, British naval officer who aided in the capture of Louisbourg in 1745, was based on genealogical research. Collection contains Weeks's correspondence, writings, notes, photograph, and printed matter. Correspondence consists of incoming letters primarily concerning Weeks's research on Peter Warren. Writings include original holograph, drafts of chapters and condensed biography of Warren. Also, notes, lists, photograph, and printed materials. less