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1813 May 9 and 1813 May 10 . Jacob Baker ALS to Isaac Launch; Fort Nelson [near Portsmouth, Virginia].

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Box 3
Abstract:
Description of Norfolk and Fort Nelson; "I had hoped to find Norfolk a neat and tolerable well built city but I believe I am to be disapointed in every town on this side of the ridge." Describes the building and the effect of the tide; "we are about a mile below Portsmouth in the rear of Fort Nelson a strong and most excellent fortification."
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3 pages

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Collection

War of 1812 collection, 1806-1860
Total components 333
Last indexed 2024-06-25