Uncovering Lives Afloat in Britain’s Prison Hulks

Sarah Zapolsky is a researcher and nonfiction writer currently exploring the stories behind this forgotten historical punishment. Her current project traces Britain’s convict hulks, blending archival discoveries with narrative to recover voices nearly erased.

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From academia to association to federal government

Senior Researcher – Library of Congress FRD

Independent Scholar

Member NACBS (North American Conference on British Studies)

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