Saturday, September 13, 2008

Privateers and Letters of Marque

War of 1812: Privateers and Letters of Marque: "The War of 1812 saw the apogee of privateering with the activities of American privateers greatly adding to the offensive potential of the United States Navy.

The information available on the privateers and letters of marque which took part in the War of 1812 is far greater than generally realized; this site aims to uncover their forgotten history," and includes some crew lists for example:-
War of 1812: Muster roll of American privateer Prince of Neufchatel:
"Reference:
High Court of Admiralty HCA32/1342

Location:
Public Record Office
Richmond
Surrey
TWD 4DU
UK."

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