Regarding the Supplying & Armament of the Man of War Ganges
Document 1798Notes that additional nine-pounders are being purchased for the ship Ganges, and asks Humphreys' advice on carriages for them; also notes that he has had the purveyor, Mr. Francis, obtain other supplies needed by the Ganges, rather than asking Humphreys to do so.
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Autograph Letter Signed
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Notes that additional nine-pounders are being purchased for the ship Ganges, and asks Humphreys' advice on carriages for them; also notes that he has had the purveyor, Mr. Francis, obtain other supplies needed by the Ganges, rather than asking Humphreys to do so.
Date
08/30/1798
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Navy Department
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Document number
1798083000101
Page start
1
Notable persons
Joshua Humphreys
Benjamin Stoddert
Captain Dale
Notable locations
Navy Department
Notable items
guns
ship
Ganges
carriages