Reproductie van een pagina uit een manuscript van Nathan Drake before 1887

This anonymous reproduction of a page from Nathan Drake's manuscript provides a glimpse into the 17th century, showcasing a handwritten account of the Siege of Pontefract Castle in 1644. The manuscript, written in a tight, almost illegible script, consists of 32 pages with double columns, likely dampened soon after its completion. This historical document, which is an important piece of the Drake family archives, allows us to experience the events of the English Civil War through the eyes of Nathan Drake, a Gentleman Volunteer. The facsimile also reveals a note by Francis Drake, the writer's great-great-grandson, who emphasizes the significance of this manuscript for the family.