Papers, 1776-1779.

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Papers, 1776-1779.

Papers of Major Joshua Huntington, Norwich, Conn., a soldier in the Revolutionary Army. The papers deal with the construction of the frigate Confederacy, which was build by Huntington under the direction of the Governor and Council of Safety of Connecticut, and launched in 1788. Included are accounts, payrolls, reports, etc., 1777-79, which present details of construction and outfitting of the frigate.

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Confederacy

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Huntington, Joshua, 1751-1821

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Joshua Huntington (1751-1821), the son of Jabez Huntington (1719-1786) who made his fortune in shipping, was born in Norwich, Conn. Joshua joined Putnam's brigade in 1775 and was later employed in securing shipping for the use of Continental troops. He is referred to in this collection as an "agent of the Continental Army," in charge of the transfer of wounded soldiers, arms, and supplies. From the description of Papers, 1742-1801. (American Antiquarian Society). WorldCat record id: ...