Title:
James Horatio Watmough letterbook: and papers, [1844-1855]
Creator/Contributor:
Watmough, James Horatio, 1822-, creator
Abstract:
Letterbook (volume) written from both ends. Contains copies (in his handwriting and mostly signed with initials) of letters
as purser on U.S. naval vessels, Portsmouth, Perry and Constitution. Letters from the Portsmouth reflect service on the Pacific
Coast, 1845-1847. The loose papers include copies of letters and returns for the Perry, 1849-1851.
Date:
1844 (issued)
Subject:
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Ships
Mexican War, 1846-1848
Ships
Navires
Guerre du Mexique, 1846-1848
ships
Ships
United States. -- Navy.
Portsmouth (Corvette)
Perry (U.S. Brig of War)
Constitution (U.S. Frigate)
États-Unis. -- Navy.
Portsmouth (Corvette)
United States. -- Navy
Note:
Pages 3/5-6/55 : Also available on microfilm.
Physical Description:
1 volume & 6 items (all in 1 box)
1 microfilm reel : negative (Rich. 954:11) and positive
Language:
English
Identifier:
BANC MSS Z-Z 125LOCAL
Origin:
Mexico