Maritime Papers: Letters of Marque, 1776-1780
Sub-Series
Maritime Papers: Letters of Marque, 1776-1780
Scope and Contents
Record of commissions granted to captains authorized to engage & seize British merchant vessels as private men of war. Includes requests made to governor for issuance by ship owners, merchant backers or interested parties with reference to tonnage, armament, officers & crew, military stores, etc. as well as copy of instructions issued by Congress to commanders of vessels so commissioned.
Dates
- 1776-1780
Language of Materials
From the Series:
English
Conditions Governing Access
No special restrictions unless otherwise specified.
Extent
From the Series: .02 Cubic Feet (1 volume) ; Volume 12" x 15" x 3"
Repository Details
Part of the Rhode Island State Archives Repository
