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Cruise of the frigate Columbia around the world, : under the command of Commodore George C. Read, in 1838, 1839, and 1840
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Daily: 10 A.M.–5 P.M.
Closed on Tuesdays
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San Marino, CA 91108
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Journal that Isaac Howe kept onboard of the Constellation, from Oct. 27, 1840, the date the frigate was put in commission, to May 12, 1844, when the crew were discharged and paid off. The entries describe life onboard -- assignments, punishments, deaths, illnesses, etc.; report sightings of American and foreign ships; depict the ports, and relate political and international news. The entries include lists of officers and the crew, miles logged, the frigate's riggings, etc.
mssHM 69805-69806
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92763
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98864
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