Alternative Title
Mix diaries; Private journal of Captain Mix kept on board of the Concord sloop of war
Publication Date
1836
Time Period
1836-1837
Abstract
Diary and letters written by Capt. Mervine P. Mix. The diary covers the period from January 12, 1836 to August 15, 1837 and includes descriptions of naval operations, troop movements, scouting expeditions, and the Seminole. Mix also described the settlements of Key West, Tampa Bay, and Pensacola. The letter book (March 1836-February 1837) contains fair copies of Mix's numerous letters to government officials, military officers, Concord crew members, and captains of other vessels.
Keywords
Second Seminole War (1835-1842), United States. Navy, Florida--History, Seminole
Extent
115 pages
Physical Collection
Box
Housed in Special Collections Vault
Call Number
Language
English
Media Type
Diaries
Identifier
S62-00006
Recommended Citation
Mix, Mervine P., "Diary of Captain Mervine P. Mix" (1836). Select Florida Studies Manuscripts. 4.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/fl_manuscripts/4
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