Papers, 1891 June 22; undated.

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Papers, 1891 June 22; undated.

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Two handwritten poems: "Perry's Victory" and "The Hunters of Kentucky" (about the Battle of New Orleans). Also a letter from John P.P. Peck to the Historical Society of Southern California donating a piece of wood from Com. O.H. Perry's flagship Lawrence.

3 items ; 32 x 20 cm.

Natural History Museum Los Angeles County Foundation, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

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Natural History Museum Los Angeles County Foundation, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

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Perry, Oliver Hazard, 1785-1819

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U. S. naval officer; hero of the Battle of Lake Erie, 1813. From the description of Battle of Lake Erie orders, log extract, and victory announcement,, 1813 July 8-10 Sept. (Buffalo History Museum). WorldCat record id: 77481334 Born in South Kingston, R.I., Aug. 23, 1785; famous for his battle on Lake Erie, with his dispatch to General Harrison, "We have met the enemy & they are ours", Sep. 10, 1813; U.S.Congress voted thanks, a medal & rank of Captain, died on the I...

Peck, John P. P.

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