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Poinsett, Joel Roberts (1779-1851) [Endorsement for a naval position]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00496.120 Author/Creator: Poinsett, Joel Roberts (1779-1851) Place Written: Washington, D.C. Type: Autograph endorsement signed Date: 25 September 1839 Pagination: 1 p. : free frank ; 23.1 x 18.6 cm. Order a Copy

In response to Herman Allen's third-party request for a naval position. Forwarded to Secretary of the Navy James K. Paulding.

Allen, Herman, fl. 1839
Poinsett, Joel Roberts, 1779-1851
Paulding, James Kirke, 1778-1860

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