James Trevenen proposal and biographical sketch
Language: fre
Subjects: Fur trade; Commerce; Colonies; Trade routes; History
Description: Proposal (1787) made by Trevenen to the Russian government for the establishment of a trade route from the northwest coast of America through China in order to exchange furs for Chinese commodities.  Includes an undated biographical sketch of Trevenen by an unknown writer.
Notes: Open to research.

Purchase, 1944.

British naval officer who later accepted a commission in the Russian navy.

Collection material in French, with English.

Forms part of: Miscellaneous Manuscripts collection.