For over 30 years a mariner,whaling in every ocean and sea,going as far north as any other navigator had been. He was the first American to whale in the Ochotsa Sea and sailed twice around the world.
For over 30 years a mariner,whaling in every ocean and sea,going as far north as any other navigator had been. He was the first American to whale in the Ochotsa Sea and sailed twice around the world.
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Capt. Frederick A. Weld
Born Feb. 1, 1820,
Died Jan. 12, 1893.
For over 30 years a mariner,
whaling in every ocean and many
seas, and going as far north as
any other navigator had been.
He was the first American to
whale in the Ochotsk Sea and
twice sailed around the world.
Faithful, Just, Generous.
An honest man is the noblest work of God.
Mary D. Washburn
Wife of Capt. F. A. Weld
Born May 29, 1830,
Died Oct. 9, 1918.
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