Appointment of Josiah Fox as temporary assistant naval constructor of frigate at Norfolk
| Date | May 12, 1795 |
|---|---|
| Author Name | Timothy Pickering (primary) |
| Recipient Name | Josiah Fox (primary) |
| Summary | While Mr Morgan had been considered as constructor at Norfolk, he remains in Georgia overseeing the cutting of live oak. Therefore, Pickering appoints Fox as temporary assistant naval constructor at Norfolk to Josiah Fox. Fox is told to repair to Norfolk with all convenient speed. Report on progress; particularly state of naval yard. |
| Document Format | Letterbook |
| Source | Collection: National Archives and Records Administration: Sec Navy Requisitions on Sec Treas, RG45 |
