Hunter, William, 1774-1849

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Birth 1774-11-26
Death 1849-12-03

Biographical notes:

William M. Hunter, a United States Navy officer. Midshipman (1809), Lieutenant (1813, July 24), commander (Mar. 21, 1826), Captain (Feb. 9, 1837). He served with Charles Stewart (1778-1869), on the Constitution, during its cruise to the Windward Islands and later, in 1820-1824, in the Pacific Squadron. Hunter died on March 5, 1849.

From the description of Receipt book kept on board of the U.S. Frigate Constitution, 1814, May 21 -- Oct. 18. (Huntington Library, Art Collections & Botanical Gardens). WorldCat record id: 244444934

Senator, U.S., Rhode Island, Diplomat, and Public official, Rhode Island.

From the description of Letter of William Hunter, 1829. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 79451095

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  • Sailors

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  • Diplomats
  • Public officials
  • Senators, U.S. Congress

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  • Rhode Island (as recorded)
  • United States (as recorded)
  • Boston (Mass.) (as recorded)

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