Halting Construction of Frigates
Document 1796Mentioned "An act to provide a naval armament," and upon peace with Algiers all construction should cease. He requested Congressional opinion on halting construction due to the effect it would have on the workers, families, economy, and all materials already appropriated for the project.
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Mentioned "An act to provide a naval armament," and upon peace with Algiers all construction should cease. He requested Congressional opinion on halting construction due to the effect it would have on the workers, families, economy, and all materials already appropriated for the project.
Date
03/15/1796
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Recipient
Collection
Document number
1796031593600
Notable persons
US Congress
George Washington
workers
constructors
regent
Notable locations
Senate
Congress
House of Representatives
Algiers
Notable items
frigate
act