Instructions for the Prevention of Violation of Commerce and Self Defense

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Type

Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document

Description

McHenry enclosed instructions for dealing with privateer ships prior to Congress issuing declaration of war, or letters of marque and reprisal.

Date

05/22/1798

Sent from

Philadelphia

Document number

1798052214000

Note

Cited in McHenry to Dale, 06/11/1798. No image.

Notable persons

Captain Richard Dale
James McHenry

Notable locations

Philadelphia