James Thompson Gerry diary

  • Life at Sea
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Title
James Thompson Gerry diary
Document Type
  • Diaries, Journals and Logbooks
Date
12 Apr 1832 - 08 Dec 1832
Description
Diary kept by United States naval captain James Thompson Gerry, 1832, while commanding the U.S.S. ALBANY in the Mediterranean Sea. Diary entries describe stops in Italy and Greece, social life and customs, patrolling for pirates, engagements and meetings with foreign vessels, weather, and daily activities.
Theme
  • Warfare