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Copy of official dispatch from Minister of War to Governor of the Californias Pio Pico., 10 March 1846

 Item — box-folder: 1/19

Scope and Contents

The dispatch discusses the impending operations by the U.S. Navy on Mexican ports and potential war with the United States. It gives Pico the power to do what he sees is necessary to defend the Department of the Californias and the Republic of Mexico.

Dates

  • 10 March 1846

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open to researchers.

Extent

From the Collection: 2.2 Linear Feet (2 record storage boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Existence and Location of Originals

Copy of original which remains in Pico's possession made Sept. 30, 1852

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the Presidio Research Center Repository

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