Jenkins, Thornton A., 1811-1893 to John B. Marchand
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02680.21 Author/Creator: Jenkins, Thornton A., 1811-1893 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 21 February 1864 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; 24.7 x 19.5 cm. Order a Copy
Report on his naval actions. Explains his recent movements, and discusses those of Admiral Franklin Buchanan, the commander of Confederate ships in Mobile Bay. Says his ship will be at the Pensacola Naval Yards for repairs. Written on board the U.S.S. Richmond, during the blockade of Mobile, Alabama. Jenkins was a Rear Admiral in the United States Navy.
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