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Women and the Royal Navy in the Age of Sail
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Women and the Royal Navy in the Age of Sail

Tue 9 Feb · 19:00

The Levinsky Theatre

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About This Event

Professor Elaine Murphy from the University of Plymouth presents Women and the Royal Navy in the Age of Sail. The event will be held at The Levinsky Theatre in Plymouth on 9 February 2027 at 19:00. Entry costs range from free to £6.00.

The event will take place at The Levinsky Theatre in Plymouth on 9 February 2027 at 19:00. Entry costs range from free to £6.00. Professor Elaine Murphy from the University of Plymouth will present the talk, which explores the experiences of women with the Royal Navy in the 17th Century.

The discussion will examine women who travelled on naval vessels and their experiences, women who did business with the navy, such as contractors, as well as the wives and widows of sailors. The talk aims to shed light on the roles and opportunities available to women in early modern British society.

No information is provided about the performer, so there is no additional information to share about who will be taking part.

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Women and the Royal Navy in the Age of Sail takes place on Tuesday, 9 February 2027 at 19:00.

Women and the Royal Navy in the Age of Sail is held at The Levinsky Theatre in Plymouth (University of Plymouth, Plymouth, PL4 8AA).

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