August 2011
[Olla-podrida: an affectionate 18th C term for a colourful medley of items]
There’s an anniversary theme in this issue. The Royal Australian Navy (in which Julian served) is celebrating its centenary year. And we’re featuring two historical events that both occurred in the month of August – the Battle of the Nile in 1798 – and the commissioning of HMS “Warrior” in 1861.
1 OYEZ! OYEZ!
2 FEATURE
3 WIT AND WISDOM OF THE SEA
4 JOTTINGS FROM JULIAN
5 CONTESTS
6 EDITOR’S CHOICE
7 AT THE GEORGIAN TABLE