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USS OSSIPPEE, October 18, 1867

 Item — Box: PCA 008
Identifier: ASL-P8-02

Scope and Contents

The steam sloop OSSIPPEE brought officials to Sitka for the transfer of Russian America to the United States on October 18, 1867. During the ceremony, as the Russian flag was being lowered, this ship began the firing of a 21-gun salute which was answered by the Russian shore batteries.

Dates

  • Other: October 18, 1867

Conditions Governing Access

The photos may be viewed, however, the images may not be photocopied.

Extent

1 Photographic Slides

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Physical Storage Information

Repository Details

Repository Details

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