Swedish Neutral Vessel
Document 1793Knox argues that the Swedish neutral vessel brought into U.S. ports before August 5th is not included in the rule to restore vessels taken by privateers after that period. The appeal to the Circut Court should be prosecuted and if the ruling is unfavorable, then it might be proper to interfere by force if the President so declares.
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Letter Signed
Description
Knox argues that the Swedish neutral vessel brought into U.S. ports before August 5th is not included in the rule to restore vessels taken by privateers after that period. The appeal to the Circut Court should be prosecuted and if the ruling is unfavorable, then it might be proper to interfere by force if the President so declares.
Date
09/11/1793
Author
Recipient
Sent from
War Department
Repository
Collection
Document number
1793091100201
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1
Notable persons
Thomas Jefferson
Henry Knox
privateers
Circuit Court
Notable locations
War Department
Sweden
Notable items
Swedish neutral vessel
appeal
special rule