United States. Navy. African Squadron

Jamestown sailed as flagship of the African Squadron under Commodore Crabbe, departing Key West 9 June and returning to Philadelphia 2 June 1857. One of the main functions of the African Squadron was the enforcement of American laws against slave trading.

From the description of Order book for the African Squadron, 1855-1857. (Peking University Library). WorldCat record id: 60354822

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