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1811/05/27

Hadden, David, fl. 1811

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George Hadden & Co

Describes battle between the American frigate President and the larger British frigate Little Belt. Notes that "The British frigates on this coast are behaving shamefully, as they come to press men out[.]" Also discusses his business travel and giving a letter of introduction to another businessman named Mr. Croskry. Addressed to Hadden in London.

GLC06231

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