ALS, 1855 June 29, Washington, D.C., to Andrew H. Foote.

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ALS, 1855 June 29, Washington, D.C., to Andrew H. Foote.

Sends extracts (not present) from official documents. Mentions that he has sent sketches and other material on armaments to Capt. Samuel Francis du Pont, a colleague of Foote on the naval efficiency board.

1 item (1 p.) ; 19 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 6797574

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