James DeWolf Papers, 1796-1832, bulk 1810-1815.

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James DeWolf Papers, 1796-1832, bulk 1810-1815.

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The majority of the collection relates the Brig Yankee and its privateering activities during the War of 1812. Other vessels mentioned include: Schooner Alder, Andalusia, Brig Blockade, Carolina, Eliza, Francis, Sloop George, Brig Harriet, Juno, Brig Katie, Brig MacDonough, Man-of-war MacDonough, Brig Maria, Brig Matilda, Schooner Nelly, Rebecca, Shannon, Brig St. Jean Baptiste, Sloop Swallow, Brig Thomas, Brig Tiger, and Brig William. Items in this collection: letters, checks, receipts, bills, officer and crew lists, sailing orders, legal documents, commissions, indentures, clearance certificates.

.68 cubic feet (2 boxes)

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DeWolf, James, 1764-1837

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DeWolf, James, 1764-1937

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James DeWolf was born in Bristol, Rhode Island to Mark Antony and Abigail DeWolf. He was their seventh son. Both his father and his mother's brother, Simeon Potter, were heavily involved in the trade of slaves from the Guinea Coast of Africa both before and after the Revolution. During the Revolution, James and his brothers signed on as ship's crew on Simeon Potter's privateers operating out of the ports of Rhode Island. James survived naval battles and being twice captured by the enemy. During ...