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Physalia, 1945-1946

 Series

Scope and Content Note

The Physalia series consists of Captain Ernest J. Dean's logbook.

Dates

  • Creation: 1945-1946

Access

Open: materials are available for research.

Historical Note

The Physalia , a motor-sailer ketch, was built in 1940, and was originally called the Halwin III . Physalia was bought by WHOI in June 1944, and was sold in July 1947.

Extent

1 logbook

Language

From the Collection: English

From the Collection: English

Related Material

See also the Miscellaneous Logs series for the "STD Log, William Ford," which contains material on the Physalia.

Separated Material

Some correspondence, notes, and a news clipping belonging to Capt. Ernest J. Dean was removed from the logbook and added to the Miscellaneous Manuscripts collection.

Repository Details

Part of the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, Data Library and Archives Repository

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