Sunday. After religious services, the crew was given the day off (except
for standing watches) but was expected to use the time to 'make and mend'
their clothes & uniforms.

Bart Senior wrote:
Incorrect.

On the day or on the meaning of 'make and mend?'


Now for a bonus, what was a 'Ropeyarn Sunday?"


You should know this one Bart, I'm sure it's in the
Aubrey/Maturin series.

Fresh Breezes- Doug King