Naval History and Heritage Command

LS dated 9 March 1836. Letter of reference signed by Daniel Patturow aboard USS Delaware.

U.S. Ship Delaware
Norfolk March 9 1836

Sir
It gives me pleasure to state that
during the period you have served under
my command, being from the 1st of February
1834 to this date, your attention to duty and
correct Naval conduct, has won my
entire appreciation. 
Wishing you a happy meeting
with your friends. 
I am
Very Respectfully
Y[ou]r od[edient]t ser[vant]t
Daniel J. Patturow

Mr Asa Curtis
Gunner U.S. Ship Delaware
Norfolk Va

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Department of the interior
June 4 1862
Pension Office