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- GLC#
- GLC00336
- Type
- Letters
- Date
- May 20, 1776
- Author/Creator
- Whipple, William, 1730-1785
- Title
- to John Langdon
- Place Written
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Pagination
- 3 p. : docket ; Height: 22.5 cm, Width: 19 cm
- Language
- English
- Primary time period
- American Revolution, 1763-1783
- Sub-Era
- The War for Independence
Whipple, a Continental Congressman, discusses the appointment of naval officers with Langdon, Congressman and Continental Naval Agent. Discusses Langdon's suggestion to appoint Captain John Roche, admitting his apprehension that Roche's appointment would "make some uneasiness as there are many Masters of Vessels of good carecter out of employ who perhaps will think themselves neglected." Relates his intention to appoint Captain Thompson (possibly Thomas Thompson) at the first opportunity. Discusses transmitting canvas and guns to Langdon for use in equipping the Continental Navy. Reports that he will address Langdon's request for gunpowder that evening before a congressional committee. Begins writing again May 21, 1776. Relates that Mr. Morris (possibly Robert Morris) "chairman of the secret committee desires you'll buy the Powder & your draught shall be duly paid." Transmits a post (not included) from Colonel Bartlett (possibly Josiah Bartlett) relating "the effect the late resolve of Congress has had in this City no doubt it will have the same in some other places." For a related discussion of the Continental Navy, refer to GLC00194.
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