Perry, Matthew Calbraith (1794-1858) [General Order no. 8 regarding African Squadron vessels' procedure for obtaining supplies]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01126 Author/Creator: Perry, Matthew Calbraith (1794-1858) Place Written: s.l. Type: Document signed Date: circa 29 October 1843 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; 32 x 20.3 cm. Order a Copy
One letter written by Commodore Matthew Perry dated October 29, 1843. Contains orders that fresh provisions and medicaid aid must be approved by the commanding officers before given to members of the African Squadron. Signed on behalf of the Commanding U.S. Naval Officers on the West African Coast.
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