Henry Tucker (1713-1787), Bermuda to St. George Tucker, 1777 July 21
Scope and Contents
The Nautilus still lies in the great sound, the Daphne that we expected from Lord Howe is not arrived. No vessels come near us as it is known everywhere what a lookout is kept for them. Our provisions grow short and no prospect of supplies. It is said the King has ordered the cruising vessels that were fitted out in the West Indies to be recalled by Proclamation and the Men of War ordered to take them as pirates. The prizes they have taken, the report is, are taken from them by his Majesty and given to the widows and children of those seamen and soldiers that have lost their lives in the American war.
Dates
- Creation: 1777 July 21
Creator
- From the Collection: Tucker-Coleman Family (Collector, Family)
- From the Collection: Coalter, John, 1769-1838 (Collector, Person)
- From the Collection: Coleman, Cynthia Beverley Tucker Washington, 1832-1908 (Collector, Person)
- From the Collection: Randolph, John, 1773-1833 (Collector, Person)
- From the Collection: Tucker, Henry St. George, 1780-1848 (Collector, Person)
- From the Collection: Tucker, St. George, 1752-1827 (Collector, Person)
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
From the Collection: 124.00 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository