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In what manner the frigate tonnage is calculated
Humphreys provides formula for calculating the tonnage that he has estimated for the frigate building.
MSS #211Wood for Frigates
Live oak now available for use in frigate construction, orders to lay aside white oak.
Catalog of Manuscripts CollectionState of Political Affairs, 1796
Carrol ruminates on contemporary politics and worries that the election of Thomas Jefferson may prove damaging to the federal government.
Mss #87Specifications for Mediterranean Frigates
Orders to use Mr. Fox's calculations for the proper measurements of frigates.
Catalog of Manuscripts CollectionReport on the frigate "United States"
Report on the state of the frigate "United States," now building in the port of Philadelphia. The frigate will likely be deployed to the Mediterranean to protect U.S. commerce against the hostile …
MSS #213Procuring Materials for Frigates
Specific types of wood mentioned for assembling frigates, request for Mr. Fox to procure goods.
Catalog of Manuscripts CollectionRequest for Orders to Pass Along to Frigate Captains
McHenry to sail in a few days, requested orders for captain of U.S. ships of war regarding approved interactions with French privateers.
Catalog of Manuscripts CollectionList of Materials for Artillerists
Order to deliver supplies and clothing to artillerists c/o Samuel Hodgdon.
Catalog of Manuscripts CollectionInstructions to Captain Richard Dale, Commander of the United States ship of war, The Ganges
Notified Dale that Congress has yet to pass act authorizing ships of war authority to protect U.S. commerce vessels, therefore Dale's power was limited. Outlines U.S. maritime boundaries and …
Catalog of Manuscripts CollectionAppointment as Volunteer Aid
Unofficial notification that Carroll to be appointed as volunteer aid to G. Washington.
Catalog of Manuscripts CollectionEnclosed Copy of Letter from President on Appointment of Talbot
Letter previously intended to be enclosed in earlier correspondence now enclosed.
Catalog of Manuscripts CollectionAppointment of Talbot to U.S.S. Constitution
Talbot appointed to Constitution, Stoddert and Talbot to remain at separate stations. Issues of seniority addressed.
Catalog of Manuscripts CollectionAct for establishing a Military and Naval Academy
An Act for establishing an Academy for Instruction relative to the Military and Naval Service of the United States. The Academy will consist of four schools: "The Fundamental School," "The School of …
MSS #189Regarding the proposed School of the Navy
Discusses the proposed act for establishing a military and naval academy, consisting of four different schools and headed by a Director General
MSS #189Order to Appoint Person to Inspect Shoes
Shoes delivered from Mr. Jones Wade must be inspected for uniform quality.
Catalog of Manuscripts CollectionI Will Continue My Duties as long as the Service Requires
Williams expresses his gratitude for the honorable testimony respecting his character communicated by the President of the United States [Adams] and pledges to continue his duties as long as the …
MSS #511Account of Men McHenry Knows in Washington
Details on the character of Jefferson and his politics.
Catalog of Manuscripts Collection
