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Manuscript document

Names of vessels and commanders off Mobile Bar

1864/02/12

Lists the names of 19 vessels engaged in the blockade of Mobile Bay, their respective captains, and their exact location. Docket notes "several absent."

GLC02680.17

Collection Item

Autograph letter signed

to John B. Marchand

February 16, 1864

Leroy, William E., 1818-1888

Has heard that Jenkins thinks his ship is not in proper position in the blockade, and hopes to rectify this problem. Says he felt he was in the proper position, states he takes "pride in endeavouring to go where I am ordered," and asks if he should...

GLC02680.18

Collection Item

Autograph letter signed

to John B. Marchand

February 20, 1864

Fitzhugh, William E., 1832-1889

Enclosing communications regarding James Byrnes, a deserter from the U.S. Army, who now works on board the ship. "I herewith enclose the communications relating to James Byrnes, a deserter from the U.S. Army and now serving on board this ship as...

GLC02680.19

Collection Item

Autograph letter signed

to John B. Marchand

February 20, 1864-February 21, 1864

Low, William W., 1823-1877

Relays a message from "the Admiral" asking Marchand to forward certain mails and discusses a trading ship that is overcharging for its goods. Docket notes "Reporting the 'Pelican States' violation of Revenue law." Written on board the U.S.S...

GLC02680.20

Collection Item

Autograph letter signed

to John B. Marchand

February 21, 1864

Jenkins, Thornton A., 1811-1893

Report on his naval actions. Explains his recent movements, and discusses those of Admiral Franklin Buchanan, the commander of Confederate ships in Mobile Bay. Says his ship will be at the Pensacola Naval Yards for repairs. Written on board the U...

GLC02680.21