Letter, 1853 Oct. 23 : Simon's Bay, South Africa to his mother, Mrs. General John Forster.

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Letter, 1853 Oct. 23 : Simon's Bay, South Africa to his mother, Mrs. General John Forster.

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Stationed on board the U.S. brig PORPOISE, Stuart relates in diary format his activities in the areas of Cape Town and Simon's Bay (Simon's Town), South Africa. He comments on his trips ashore, geography, plants, animals, birds, and local customs.

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Duke University Libraries, Duke University Library; Perkins Library

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Duke University Libraries, Duke University Library; Perkins Library

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