William H. Seward to William L. Dayton, September 24, 1864

Mr. F. W. Seward to Mr. Dayton

Sir: I have received a despatch of the 5th instant from the United States consul at Bremen, in which he informs me that the corvette Osacca, which vessel was built at Bordeaux for the rebel government, and subsequently sold to the Prussian government, had arrived at Bremerhaven, and that she was immediately placed in charge of the Prussian naval officers. He further remarks that a third ship, a powerful ram, is also expected to arrive at Bremen from Bordeaux in a few weeks. I will thank you to ascertain whether this vessel is one of the Nantes cruisers.

I am, sir, your obedient servant,