Z 1445.000 U.S.S. Mississippi Log Books

In 1839 construction was started on the U.S.S. Mississippi and was completed in 1841. It was equipped with both sail and steam but was a "side wheeler," and carried two 10 inch and eight 8 inch guns. The U.S.S. Mississippi was more famous for her historic activities in peace time than for a very minor part she played in the War Between the States.

The U.S.S. Mississippi was designed by Charles H. Haswell, who also supervised her construction. The ship was commanded first by Captain Matthew C. Perry during the Mexican War and later in a mission to Japan. At the outbreak of the Civil War Admiral Farragut assumed the command. Under a severe crossfire, the ship was sunk along the Confederate shores.

This collection contains two log books from the U.S.S. Mississippi that describe the daily activities on board the ship, July 12, 1847–February 9, 1848.

A portion of this collection is available on microfilm. (MF Roll # 36201)