Reaper (schooner)
 The letter of marque giving Capt. Sturdivant permission to take offensive action against British shipping | |
| History | |
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| Name: | Reaper |
| General characteristics | |
| Type: | Schooner |
| Tons burthen: | 206 (bm) |
| Propulsion: | Sail |
| Complement: | 75 |
| Armament: | 6 carriage guns |
Reaper was a privateer schooner commanded by Captain Ephraim Sturdivant during the War of 1812. Captain Sturdivant was officially charged by President James Madison to use the ship to attack British shipping.
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