May 1775 Sunday 28
Moored in Boston Harbour
A.M. Geo: Williams, Wm. Crocker Seamen, were brought onboard from the Britannia, the former Dead, the latter mortally wounded, so that he Died soon after. Do the Diana Schooner was driven onshore by the Tide, it being calm; soon after the Crew was obliged to take to the Boats, and she was set on fire soon after by the Rebels: The Revd Mr. Troutbeck performed divine Service on hoard, and the two Seamen were buried.
1. PRO, Admiralty 51/906.