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A guide to the Burgess Cogill photograph collection, 1901-1927
P77-035 (SAFR 24823)  
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Description
The Burgess Cogill photograph collection, circa 1901-1927, (SAFR 24823, P77-035) is comprised of family photographs of Captain Albert Sorensen. The collection has been processed to the Item level and is open for use.
Background
Captain Albert Henry Sorensen (1869-1938) was born Anton Holmgaard Sorensen in Denmark. He served as master aboard REAPER (built 1876; ship, 3m), SNOW & BURGESS (built 1878; schooner, 5m), HESPERIAN (built 1918; barkentine, 4m), ROLPH (built 1919; barkentine, 4m), ROSE MAHONY (built 1918; schooner, 5m), and others. His wife, Marie, and daughters, Burgess (born aboard SNOW & BURGESS on September 5, 1902) and Dagmar, sometimes joined him on voyages.
Extent
38 items.
Restrictions
Some material may be copyrighted or restricted. It is the researcher's obligation to determine and satisfy copyright or other case restrictions when publishing or otherwise distributing materials found in the collections.
Availability
This collection is open for use unless otherwise noted.