DNA reveals identity of Franklin expedition officer; remains show signs of cannibalism

Nearly 179 years after Sir John Franklin’s ill-fated expedition to find the Northwest Passage, scientists have positively identified the remains of James Fitzjames, one of the senior officers aboard the HMS Erebus. The discovery confirms cannibalism in the final days of the expedition...

More info: https://archaeologymag.com/2024/09/dna-reveals-identity-of-franklin-expedition-officer/

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My thoughts on Matthew Betts' 'HMS Terror' book, which contains some questionable statements regarding Fitzjames and Admiralty orders:
https://jamesfitzjames.com/matthew-betts-hms-terror-2022/

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An update about my plans and progress in writing a new biography for Captain James Fitzjames of the Royal Navy:
https://at.tumblr.com/jamesfitzjamesdotcom/my-fitzjames-biography-update/t8cfb8krabqe

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Intro: I'm Fabiënne, art historian now studying #navalhistory. Researching #royalnavy Captain #jamesfitzjames and writing a new biography for him. Mainly focussing on his life before the #franklinexpedition.

Here to share bits of research, learn from others and expand my network.
But most of all to have a capital time. Adieu!