Journal, 1780 July 21 - December 19.

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Journal, 1780 July 21 - December 19.

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These records contain Commissioner of the Navy Maxwell's orders for ships' provisions, and administration of the State Navy.

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Virginia. Office of the Commissioner of the Navy.

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Maxwell, James A., 1912-

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The fifth revolutionary convention passed an ordinance at its May 1776 session establishing the Board of Commissioners to Superintend and Direct the Naval Affairs of this Colony. The board had responsibility for all matters concerning the State Navy, including construction, labor, and supply. The General Assembly passed an act at its May 1779 session abolishing the Navy Board and creating the Board of War, which included a naval commissioner. The office of Commissioner of the Navy continued to e...