Logbook of the Amazon (Ship) out of Fairhaven, MA, mastered by Robert G. Smith, on a whaling voyage between 1839 and 1841, 1839 - 1841
Item — Volume: Wh A489 1839L
Identifier: logbook_vol_37
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
The collection includes nearly 800 logbooks, documenting over 1,000 voyages and ranges from the 18th to the 20th century.
Dates
- 1839 - 1841
Creator
Conditions Governing Access
Materials are open to research.
Extent
1 Volumes
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
General
Thomas W. Melvill, first cousin of Herman Melville, a crew member. Contains whale stamps. At end: accounts.
Creator
- Smith, Robert G., (Shipmaster) (1839-1841) (Person)
- Amazon (Ship : 1815-1856) (Organization)
Repository Details
Part of the Providence Public Library Repository
Contact:
150 Empire Street
Providence RI 02903 United States of America
401-455-8021
special_collections@provlib.org
150 Empire Street
Providence RI 02903 United States of America
401-455-8021
special_collections@provlib.org