John Tapson journal 1806-1814.

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John Tapson journal 1806-1814.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/248928829

The John Tapson journal is a detailed record of a junior officer's service in the Royal Navy during the Napoleonic War and the War of 1812.

211 pages.

William L. Clements Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7138935

William L. Clements Library

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