The British Commission for Maritime History is proud to present the Annual Proctor Memorial Lecture, a distinguished event honouring the enduring legacy of David Proctor and his remarkable contributions to the field of maritime history.
'Overawed and Controlled?' London's Maritime Workforce in the 19th Century
We are delighted to welcome Professor Sarah Palmer, Emeritus Professor of Maritime History at the University of Greenwich, and Fellow of the British Commission for Maritime History.
Join us for this special occasion as we celebrate maritime scholarship and honour the memory of David Proctor, whose work continues to inspire generations of historians.
This year’s lecture will be held in person on Thursday 3 December 2026, and promises to be a compelling evening of historical insight and reflection. Hosted by Lloyd’s Register Foundation on behalf of the British Commission for Maritime History (BCMH). Booking is essential as places are limited.
Registration from 16:45, Lecture starts at 17.15. Following the lecuture, guests are invited to join BCMH for a drinks reception on the General Committee Landing until 19:45.
Please note, there is a small charge to join this in person event, this is to help the BCMH toward supporting lectures and seminar series, and to also ensure that people who have registered want to come on the night (we usually have a large waiting list for this popular event and want to avoid ‘no shows’ where possible*).
Tickets:
General Admission (in person): £10
Student Admission (in person): £5
Register for your tickets via Eventbrite:
Annual Proctor Memorial Lecture 2026 Tickets, Thursday, December 3 • 4:45 PM - 7:45 PM | Eventbrite
