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to Nan [Maury]

Mentions family and friends in Richmond. Reports that the government is still unsure about what to do with the Navy officers; a rumor indicates that they may be put in the Army. Writes, "We are now nearly excluded from the water." Year inferred.

GLC04572.27

[Naval uniform worn during Perry expedition to Japan].

One navy blue dress uniform jacket with brass buttons and old braid. Possibly blue cotton.

GLC04720.01