George Dewey letter to Minnie DeHaven, 1899 Jan 26
File — Box: 9, Folder: 8
Identifier: MSC-364- File MSI 106
Scope and Contents
Letter of thanks to Minnie DeHaven, written from Manila, PI, on letterhead of Dewey’s flagship, USS OLYMPIA.
Dates
- Creation: 1899 Jan 26
Creator
- Dewey, George, 1837-1917 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Access is open to all researchers, unless otherwise specified.
Biographical Note
George Dewey, U.S. Naval officer, was born in 1837 and died in 1917. He was victor of the Battle of Manila Bay during the Spanish American War and became a national hero. He was given the special rank of Admiral of the Navy and exempt from retirement. He remained on active duty until his death.
Extent
1 folder
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Subject
- DeHaven, Minnie (Recipient, Person)
- Olympia (Cruiser) (Organization)
Repository Details
Part of the Naval War College Archives Repository