Papers, ca. 1875.

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Papers, ca. 1875.

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Page's autobiography covers the first sixty years of his life and gives an account of his family, of his early naval experiences, of his expedition to South America, 1853-1860, of his experiences as commander of the Confederate cruiser Stonewall, and of his life in Argentina as a rancher and adviser to the Argentine Navy. Also included are fourteen pictures.

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Duke University Libraries, Duke University Library; Perkins Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 6993358

Duke University Libraries, Duke University Library; Perkins Library

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