Gerry, James T., 1797-1854 to Ann T. Gerry

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GLC#
GLC09099.05-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
December 1839
Author/Creator
Gerry, James T., 1797-1854
Title
to Ann T. Gerry
Place Written
s.l.
Pagination
4 p. : address : docket ; Height: 33 cm, Width: 20 cm
Primary time period
National Expansion and Reform, 1815-1860
Sub-Era
Age of Jackson

Desires to be a captain, and believes he may soon attain the role, though the Commodore, whom he dislikes, is making matters difficult for him. Describes Havana, Key West and the local flora, discusses slave traders and their evil ways. Believes he already does much of the work of a captain, and believes he should be promoted to the roll soon, though the Commodore may prevent this. Written on board the U.S.S. "Warren."

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