Enlistment Pledge of Frederick Myers
Document 1797Myers acknowledges that he has voluntarily enlisted to serve one year in the Marine Service, unless sooner discharged, according to the Act passed July 1st 1797 which provides a Naval Armament. The rules and articles of the Navy against mutiny and desertion have been read to him and he will be paid six dollars per month.
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Printed Document Signed
Description
Myers acknowledges that he has voluntarily enlisted to serve one year in the Marine Service, unless sooner discharged, according to the Act passed July 1st 1797 which provides a Naval Armament. The rules and articles of the Navy against mutiny and desertion have been read to him and he will be paid six dollars per month.
Date
08/20/1797
Author
Document number
1797082090201
Page start
1
Note
Includes pledge of allegiance by Myers, dated 10/28/1797.
Notable persons
Frederick Myers
enemies or opposers
Notable items
orders of the President
orders of the officers appointed over me