Francis Derby and Jeremiah Orne return

Financial Event

1761CE

Francis Derby and Jeremiah Orne return to New Jerusalem following successful careers as Salem sea captains. They bring five ships between them, determined to turn New Jerusalem into another West Indies trade port. They build docks and warehouses along the north side of the river, in the area around Fish Street.


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New Jerusalem
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