Vernon, Thomas, fl. 1778-1780 [Thomas Vernon account book]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01450.017.02 Author/Creator: Vernon, Thomas, fl. 1778-1780 Place Written: Newport, Rhode Island Type: Autograph manuscript Date: 1777-1783 Pagination: 60 p. ; 20 x 16.5 cm. Order a Copy
Details Vernon's accounts paid and received. Some mentions of privateer ships and cargo brought in and out of Newport. Describes his activities as naval officer and well as his commercial interests. Vernon was the postmaster and Continental naval officer for the state of Rhode Island. Dated May 1777-June 26, 1783.
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