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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC00308.06 |
| From Archive Folder | Letters and documents of naval commanders in Revolution and War of 1812 |
| Title | Note written by Benjamin Stoddert, possibly discussing his will |
| Date | 14 August 1799 |
| Author | Stoddert, Benjamin (1744-1813) |
| Document Type | Correspondence |
| Content Description | Stoddert, Secretary of the Navy, discusses his [will?] with an unidentified recipient. States "Gordon is so great a Liar, that I conclude merely because he says otherwise, that the [will?] is in good condition." Docket on verso states "Ben Stoddert Philadelphia 14 August 1799." Also docketed below text. |
| Subjects | Navy Death Law |
| People | Stoddert, Benjamin (1744-1813) |
| Theme | Naval & Maritime; Law; Children & Family |
| Sub-collection | The Gilder Lehrman Collection, 1493-1859 |
| Additional Information | Appointed in 1798, Stoddert was the first Secretary of the Navy. |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |