Lovett, John, 1743-1792 [Pilgrim prize receipt]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01450.006.17 Author/Creator: Lovett, John, 1743-1792 Place Written: Beverly, Massachusetts Type: Manuscript Date: 1779 - 1780 circa Pagination: 1 receipt 30.5 x 9.5 cm Order a Copy
Lists men receiving prize money from the privateer vessel, the Pilgrim. Not dated, circa date is inferred from other receipts. Lovett was a privateer ship merchant and captain in Beverly, Massachusetts. He served as the agent for the Pilgrim's prizes.
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