Laurens, Henry (1724-1792) [Assessment of value of the Prosper, a British ship]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03942 Author/Creator: Laurens, Henry (1724-1792) Place Written: Charleston, South Carolina Type: Autograph document signed Date: 18 November 1775 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 32.5 x 20.5 cm. Order a Copy
Laurens, Roger Smith, and Edward Blake obey orders of the South Carolina Provincial Congress in assessing the value the Prosper, which had been seized for service by the colonies. The men state that the ship is worth 2,000 pounds and recommend that government pay the sum and procure a ship register from Captain Smith, former commander of the Prosper.
Laurens was elected president of the Provincial Congress in June 1775.
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