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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC09099.11 |
| From Archive Folder | Collection of James T. Gerry, United States Navy Commander |
| Title | James T. Gerry to Elbridge T. Gerry discussing his missions in Latin America |
| Date | 29 April 1854 |
| Author | Gerry, James Thompson (1797-1854) |
| Recipient | Gerry, Elbridge Thomas |
| Document Type | Correspondence |
| Content Description | Says he has been on important missions recently, including a trip to observe construction of the Panama railroad. Advises his nephew to study hard in college, build towards his future, and warns of what befalls those who do not apply themselves. Written on board the U.S.S. "Albany" off Pensacola. |
| Subjects | Navy Railroad Latin and South America Children and Family Education Navy Global History and Civics |
| People | Gerry, James Thompson (1797-1854) Gerry, Elbridge Thomas (1837-1927) |
| Theme | Naval & Maritime; Children & Family; Education; Foreign Affairs |
| Sub-collection | The Gilder Lehrman Collection, 1493-1859 |
| Additional Information | James T. Gerry was a United States Naval Captain. He was the son of Elbridge Gerry, the fifth Vice President of the United States. Elbridge T. Gerry founded the New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children, and worked on various other humanitarian causes. He was the grandson of Elbridge Gerry, the fifth Vice President of the United States. |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |