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Lynch, W.F., fl. 1841 [Letter of recommendation for Engineer James Atkinson]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03479.10 Author/Creator: Lynch, W.F., fl. 1841 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 13 January 1841 Pagination: 1 p. ; 25.3 x 20.2 cm. Order a Copy

Letter written by Lieutenant Lynch gives notice that Atkinson served as an engineer for 9 months on the USS "Poinsett." Says Atkinson's "skill, society, cheerfulness and assiduity" earned his confidence.

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