Otway Burns: Patriot, Privateer, and Legislator
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Title
Otway Burns: Patriot, Privateer, and Legislator
Subject
Burns, Otway, 1775-1850
United States--History--War of 1812--Naval operations
Privateering
Description
Otway Burns was a commander of the war schooner Snap Dragon during the War of 1812, as well as a merchant, politician, and patriot. Born in Swansboro, he worked with recruits from New Bern and sailed as far north as Portland, Maine, during the war. This book was compiled by an author with both a familial connection and a strong interest in local history.
Creator
Burns, Walter Francis
Publisher
Publisher not identified
Date
1905
Rights
This item is presented courtesy of the New Bern-Craven County Public Library for research and educational purposes. Prior permission from the New Bern-Craven County Public Library is required for any commercial use.
Format
pdf
Language
English
Type
Books
Identifier
R NC B BURNS
Coverage
Carteret County, North Carolina
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Original Format
Books
Collection
Citation
Burns, Walter Francis, “Otway Burns: Patriot, Privateer, and Legislator,” Craven County Digital History, accessed March 20, 2026, https://kellenberger.mycprl.org/digital/items/show/1455.
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