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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC09099.08 |
| From Archive Folder | Collection of James T. Gerry, United States Navy Commander |
| Title | Letter of advice from James T. Gerry to Elbridge T. Gerry |
| Date | 22 February 1853 |
| Author | Gerry, James Thompson (1797-1854) |
| Recipient | Gerry, Elbridge Thomas |
| Document Type | Correspondence |
| Content Description | Gives advice to his young nephew and relates stories from his travels at sea. Encourages Elbridge to read and learn in coming years to "lay a foundation which will influence all your future prospects." Describes the city of Pensacola, which he is not fond of, and its weather. Mentions his encounters with yellow fever, and inquires how the holidays went in New York. |
| Subjects | Epidemic Disease Health and Medical Navy Children and Family Education |
| People | Gerry, James Thompson (1797-1854) Gerry, Elbridge Thomas (1837-1927) |
| Theme | Naval & Maritime; Children & Family; Education; Health & Medicine |
| 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 |