Semmes, Raphael, 1809-1877 to David Conner
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02456.26 Author/Creator: Semmes, Raphael, 1809-1877 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 15 August 1846 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 28 x 22.6 cm. + 1 engraving ; b&w ; 27.4 x 19.2 cm Order a Copy
States the amount of time served in the Navy and positions held. Complains that as first lieutenant of the vessel John Adams, he is "constantly on duty." Requests relief by a junior officer and transfer to a larger vessel. Requests an exchange with "Humphreys," who "has applied to be detached." Written aboard the U.S. Brig Porpoise. One bust engraving of Semmes included as collateral.
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