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Domestic News
February 28, 1815
Daily National Intelligencer
Washington, District Of Columbia
What is this article about?
Captain John H. Dent reports from Charleston, SC, that his gig captured an enemy's boat near Bull's Island after a long chase during a gale, following the surrender of a tender. Credit given to Midshipman Le Compte and crew.
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WASHINGTON :
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28.
Extract of a letter from Capt. John H. Dent, commanding Naval Officer at Charleston, South Carolina, to the Secretary of the Navy, dated February 18th, 1815.
SIR--I have the pleasure to inform you that my Gig returned to town last evening, having captured, after a long chase, the enemy's boat, that left the Tender after the surrender. They made a harbor during the gale near Bull's Island. Much credit is due to Midshipman Le Compte, and the six men forming the Gig's crew, for their exertions and perseverance during so long a chase and blowing so heavy.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28.
Extract of a letter from Capt. John H. Dent, commanding Naval Officer at Charleston, South Carolina, to the Secretary of the Navy, dated February 18th, 1815.
SIR--I have the pleasure to inform you that my Gig returned to town last evening, having captured, after a long chase, the enemy's boat, that left the Tender after the surrender. They made a harbor during the gale near Bull's Island. Much credit is due to Midshipman Le Compte, and the six men forming the Gig's crew, for their exertions and perseverance during so long a chase and blowing so heavy.
What sub-type of article is it?
Military
Shipping
What keywords are associated?
Naval Capture
Enemy Boat
Bull's Island
Gale Chase
Charleston Navy
What entities or persons were involved?
Capt. John H. Dent
Midshipman Le Compte
Where did it happen?
Charleston, South Carolina
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
Charleston, South Carolina
Event Date
February 18th, 1815
Key Persons
Capt. John H. Dent
Midshipman Le Compte
Outcome
enemy's boat captured; no casualties mentioned
Event Details
Gig returned to town after capturing enemy's boat that left the Tender post-surrender, following a long chase; boat harbored near Bull's Island during gale