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Correspondence, 1833 - 1843

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From the Collection:

This is a collection of correspondence primarily to James Barron, commander of the Philadelphia Navy Yard, from Mahlon Dickerson, James K. Paulding, John Rodgers, and Isaac Chauncey, regarding construction of the store ship RELIEF. The vessel was to be used for the exploring expedition commanded by Charles Wilkes. Included are letters to Charles Stewart, Barron's successor, and to John C. Jay.

Dates

  • Creation: 1833 - 1843

Restrictions on Access

Available for use in the Manuscripts Division.

Extent

From the Collection: 1 box(es)

From the Collection: 71 piece(s)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Manuscripts Repository

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