Reaper (schooner)

The letter of marque giving Capt. Sturdivant permission to take offensive action against British shipping
History
Name: Reaper
General characteristics
Type: Schooner
Tons burthen: 206 (bm)
Propulsion: Sail
Complement: 75
Armament: 6 carriage guns

Reaper was a privateer schooner commanded by Captain Ephraim Sturdivant during the War of 1812. Captain Sturdivant was officially charged by President James Madison to use the ship to attack British shipping.


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