Papers, 1810-1849.

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Papers, 1810-1849.

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Fragments of a letter book (1810-1811) kept by Jones while an officer in the Marine Corps aboard the U.S.S. John Adams, concerning his efforts to obtain supplies, especially clothes, for the men under his command, and payroll matters. Also routine letters and orders of Jones as adjutant general in the United States Army.

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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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