Alexander (Ship) log book, 1802-1804.

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Alexander (Ship) log book, 1802-1804.

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Log book kept by John Brown, captain of the Ship Alexander, as he traveled from Boston to Canton, China (now Guangzhou) and back. The voyage took 22 months and covered nearly 23,600 miles. Entries contain the distance covered, wind directions, the course direction, and a summary of the day's activity. The captain would note if anyone on board was sick, any other ships they encountered, and other pertinent information.

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Connecticut Historical Society

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Brown, John

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John Brown was a grocer and pharmacist in Warren, Ohio in the early 1800s. From the description of John Brown letter, 1817. (Brigham Young University). WorldCat record id: 137733474 John Brown was a Philadelphia miller. From the description of Account books, 1774-1787 (inclusive), 1774-1777, 1783-1787 (bulk). (Historical Society of Pennsylvania). WorldCat record id: 151378247 John Brown was a private in Company E. of the 4th Massachusetts Infantry, which...

Alexander (Ship)

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