Historical Records of New Zealand Vol. II.
Captain Cook to Secretary Jackson
Captain Cook to Secretary Jackson.
16 March, 1776.
Sir
,—Please to move their Lordships to order His Majesty's sloops Resolution and Discovery to be supplyed with some red wine in lieu of the same proportion of spirit, it being necessary to have some on board in case of any disorder breaking out amongst the crew, in which it is usefull.
I am, &c.
,Jam's Cook
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