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Finding aid for the John S. McMillin papers
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Description
Letters, documents, testimony regarding Capt. John S. McMillin, his command of the Union steamer "Silver Wave" during the
Civil War, and his steam capstan patent.
Background
John S. McMillin was the owner of a transport ship, the "Silver Wave" that was pressed into service on the Missisippi River
from 1861-1863. McMillin also invented a steam powered capstan during this period, which was patented in 1867.
Extent
0.42 Linear feet
1 box
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Permission for publication is given on behalf of Special Collections as the owner of the physical items and is not intended
to include or imply permission of the copyright holder, which must also be obtained.
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