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James Horatio Watmough letterbook : and papers, [1844-1855].
BANC MSS Z-Z 125LOCAL
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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