Henry Tucker (1743-1808), Bermuda to St. George Tucker

Containers:
Box 19, Folder 2
Scope and content:

Admiral Murray and squadron here. Nautical survey found a channel into harbor on north side capable of containing not only British fleet but fleets of every European nation. Admiral Murray's squadron there now. Sympathizes on loss of "little pledge" (child b. 1793?) Hal and George sons are at Calcutta. Tom Tudor Tucker on board a 64-Jack in England. Mr. Law, Hal's patron in India, made purchases in federal city of Washington. Hermitage sister and flock well. Jack and Richard with self in town. Thinks of unfortunate brother at Charleston (T.T. Tucker) Natty (Nathaniel Beverley Tucker) and wife have two children; boy called Abel and daughter Ruth. s

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