Instructions to Private Armed Vessels

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Type

Printed or published document

Description

These are Marshall's instructions for the private armed vessels of the United States, especially respecting rules of engagement with French vessels.

Date

07/09/1800

Document number

1800070990202

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Note

Mostly illegible.

Notable persons

John Marshall, Secretary of State

Commanders of the Armed Vessels of the United States