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Monroe, James, 1758-1831 [An act concerning letters of marque, prizes, and prize goods].

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08230 Author/Creator: Monroe, James, 1758-1831 Place Written: s.l. Type: Document Date: 26 June 1812 Pagination: Order a Copy

Addressed to the commander of the Brig Argus, Edward Howe, Jr.

Monroe, James, 1758-1831

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