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Commodore Perry
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Early Naval Career and Antecedents
Perry's naval service began in 1809 as a midshipman under his brother, Oliver Hazard Perry, during the War of 1812. His early career was marked by participation in operations along the Atlantic coast and service in the Mediterranean Squadron. Perry was a staunch advocate for naval modernization, particularly the adoption of steam power. He was instrumental in integrating coal-fired engines into the fleet, believing that kinetic superiority derived from reliable steam propulsion was essential for pro… -
Library Of Congress
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Historical Overview
The LOC’s origins trace back to a specific legislative requirement. Following the burning of Washington D.C. in 1814 during the War of 1812, the original collection was destroyed. In 1815, former President Thomas Jefferson offered his personal library of 6,487 volumes as a replacement, which Congress accepted. This influx of philosophical, scientific, and literary works fundamentally shaped the library's subsequent collecting philosophy, shifting it toward a universal collection model. ${}^{2}$
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Matthew Calbraith Perry
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Perry was born in South Kingstown, Rhode Island. His father, Christopher Raymond Perry, was also a naval officer, and his older brother, Oliver Hazard Perry, gained fame during the War of 1812. Following in their footsteps, Matthew Perry received a midshipman's warrant in 1809, at the age of fifteen.
His early service involved duty in the War of 1812 aboard the USS Revenge under the command of his brother. After the war, Perry participated in cruises in the Atlantic and Mediterranean. His early career demonstrated a keen interest in naval administration and the inte…