despatches

Note from the Editor: So sorry for the lateness of this edition.

Fanfic:
Juerga, Chapter 3/3 by

alcyone; Aubreyad; M; Jack Aubrey/Stephen Maturin, Jack Aubrey/Sophie Williams; Peace has broken out. Captain Jack Aubrey and his swordmaster Stephen Maturin are residing in the English countryside, where they meet the ladies of neighbouring Mapes Court, including Miss Sophie Williams and her swordmistress Diana Villiers. A sequel to astolat's "Duende".
What is in a Name? by

justincase; Aubreyad; U; The Gazette item mentioned born to Captain and Lady Aubrey of Woolcombe, a son.

Son et Lumière:
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hmsacasta_feed: British Tar images
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hmsacasta_feed: Hat Ribbons

Of historical interest:
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hmsacasta_feed: John Furneaux, aged 12 years
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hmsacasta_feed: Wintering in Bermuda
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hmsacasta_feed: John Fraser, Volunteer First Class
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hmsacasta_feed: Acasta in the News

sharpiefan: The London Gazette

Miscellany and meta:
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hmsacasta_feed: Roll the Dice
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barbarafett: Sailing the Ocean Blue: A ship's log from the present day
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Communities and challenges:

mandc_read had a hiatus over the weekend and will start reading Treason's Harbour next weekend
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Rec of the Week:
A slightly different rec this week: The RPG Show the Colours is celebrating its sixth birthday and has just moved hosts. If you like the Age of Sail and enjoy writing, why not come along and join in?

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