| Ref No | DM1306/11/1/1/folio 247-249 |
| Title | Letter from Isambard Kingdom Brunel to John Scott Russell |
| Description | Written from 18 Duke Street, London. The letter suggests that Russell and his men need to speed up their rate of progress on the ship in order to finish the project on time. Brunel suggests increasing the supply of material and the amount of work as well as ensuring that all the plans are suitably advanced to prevent any delays based on a need to finish the plans. The letter also mentions several points relating to the design of the ship that Brunel thinks needs more consideration and about which he hopes to meet with Russell. |
| Date | 11 July 1854 |
| Format | Manuscript volume |
| Extent | 3 pages |
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| Access Conditions | This material is held at the Brunel Institute - please contact the Brunel Institute to arrange access. |