John I. Cairns petition for the erection of a monument to James Lawrence
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Abstract
Top portion of a presumably signed circa 1884 petition for the erection of a permanent monument at the burial site of Captain James Lawrence in New York City's Trinity Church yard.
Biographical note
Captain James Lawrence (1781-1813) was an American naval officer during the War of 1812. He is known for commanding the USS Chesapeake in a battle against the HMS Shannon, commanded by British officer Philip Broke, which resulted in Lawrence being mortally wounded.
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This collection consists of a single document.
Scope and Contents
Top portion of a presumably signed petition for the erection of a permanent monument at the burial site of Captain James Lawrence in New York City's Trinity Church yard. The document is signed by Captain John I. Cairns, and lists the trustees of the monument campaign. It dates from circa 1884.
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Preferred Citation
John I. Cairns petition for the erection of a monument to James Lawrence, circa 1884, 1978.083, Box and Folder number; Brooklyn Historical Society.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Source and date of acquisition unknown. Formally accessioned in 1978.
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This collection was rehoused and the finding aid revised by Dee Bowers in 2023.
