Christopher Prince log book synopsis
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Abstract
This collection consists of two photostat copies of a typescript synopsis of the log books kept by Christopher Prince on his journeys as captain of various ships throughout the period 1806 to 1823.
Biographical note
Born in Kingston, MA in 1751, Christopher Prince was a mariner and activist in the seamen's religious movement. He commanded ships owned or managed by N.L. and G. Griswold of 72 South Street in New York, N.Y. Prince died in New York in 1832.
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of two photostat copies of a typescript synopsis of the log books kept by Christopher Prince on his journeys as captain of various ships throughout the period 1806 to 1823. The last page also includes a brief chronological list with names of ships and ports visited. The compiler of the typescript and the location of Prince's original log book are unkown.
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Open to users without restriction.
Conditions Governing Use
The material in this collection is in the public domain. While many items at the Center for Brooklyn History are unrestricted, we do not own reproduction rights to all materials. Be aware of the several kinds of rights that might apply: copyright, licensing and trademarks. The researcher assumes all responsibility for copyright questions.
Preferred Citation
Identification of item, date (if known); Christopher Prince log book synopsis, 1977.354, Box and Folder number; Brooklyn Public Library, Center for Brooklyn History.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Gift of Duffield Prince, 1946.
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Processing Information
Minimally processed to the collection level. This collection was rehoused and the finding aid revised by Dee Bowers in 2023.
