William Hoste correspondence, 1855-1856.

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Creator

Hoste, William, Sir, d. 1868.

Location

Manuscripts and Archives Division

Extent

• .15 linear foot (1 v.)

Access Restrictions

Restricted access; Manuscripts and Archives Division; Permit must be requested at the division indicated.

Scope/Contents Note

Collection consists of letterbook covering Hoste's servicein Far Eastern waters as captain of H.M.S. Spartan and senior officer in the Straits of Malacca.

Biographical/Historical Note

Sir William Hoste (d. 1868) was a British naval officer.

Controlled Access Terms

• Hoste, William, Sir, d. 1868.
• Great Britain. Royal Navy -- Officers.
• Spartan (Ship).
• Warships -- Great Britain.
• Navigation -- East Asia.
• Malacca, Strait of -- History, Naval.
• Great Britain -- History, Naval.
• Seamen.