3 June 1802
Bainbridge, William (1774-1833)
Autograph letter signed
Title: to Amos Binny
Discusses the questionable abilities of Joshua Humphreys, designer of the frigates Constitution and United States, and the shortcomings of these ships. It was on the USS Constitution that Bainbridge defeated the HMS Java and returned victorious to Boston Harbor in 1813, earning the ship its name "Old Ironsides." Binny was a Navy agent.
GLC00496.008