William Craig Chaplin papers 1845.

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William Craig Chaplin papers 1845.

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Papers include two letters written by Lt. William Craig Chaplin to Capt. John Percival of the U.S.S. Constitution. The letters detail his visit to the Sultan of Borneo and Dutch Governor Baumgardt in an effort to promote trade. The letters also provide some account of Borneo's geography, trade and commerce.

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Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania, Heinz History Center Detre Library and Archives

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Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania, Heinz History Center Detre Library and Archives

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Constitution (Frigate)

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U.S.S. Constitution, also known as "Old Ironsides". From the description of Agreement, 1826-1828. (New York University, Group Batchload). WorldCat record id: 58662266 Also known as Old Ironsides; wooden-hulled, three-masted heavy frigate of the United States Navy; Thos. McDonough Esq. Com. New York, 28 Oct. 1824; launched in 1797, Constitution was one of the six original frigates authorized for construction by the Naval Act of 1794; currently a fully commissioned US Navy shi...

Percival, John.

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Chaplin, William Craig, 1810-1856.

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William Craig Chaplin was born in Pittsburgh in 1810. He served as a Lieutenant in the United States Navy from 1826 to 1851. From the description of William Craig Chaplin papers 1845. (Historical Society of W Pennsylvania). WorldCat record id: 43535701 ...