Subject: Industrial revolution

Port of Entry document from Hendricks & Brothers, detailing a shipment of finished copper from their Soho, New Jersey refinery to Boston, Massachusetts. The document dates from approximately 1836, based on contextual information within the associated archival record. This record highlights the significant role of Hendricks & Brothers in the American copper industry, tracing the family business from its origins in Amsterdam to its prominence as a key supplier during the War of 1812 and beyond. The company's contribution to the development of American industry and the family's commitment to philanthropy are also described.

A port of entry document from Hendricks & Brothers, indicating the shipment of finished copper from an unspecified location to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The document is dated July 17, 1845. This record is one of one. The Hendricks family, originally from Amsterdam and later based in New York, played a significant role in the American Industrial Revolution through their copper manufacturing. Uriah Hendricks, the patriarch, established a metals business in 1764, and his son Harmon expanded it significantly, establishing a copper rolling mill in Soho, New Jersey, in 1812. The firm supplied copper to prominent figures such as Paul Revere and Robert Fulton and contributed significantly to the US Navy during the War of 1812. The business, known as Hendricks Brothers, remained a prominent Jewish family business in the United States until its closure in 1938.

A port of entry document detailing shipments of finished copper from Hendricks & Brothers to Cincinnati, Ohio. This document is part of a larger collection documenting the history of Hendricks & Brothers, a prominent American copper manufacturing company founded by Uriah Hendricks in 1764 and operating until 1938. The document highlights the company's role in the Industrial Revolution and the American economy. The Hendricks family, originally from Amsterdam, established a successful metals business in New York, transitioning from importing to manufacturing copper, becoming crucial suppliers to prominent figures such as Paul Revere and Robert Fulton. The document also touches upon the family's significant contributions to the Jewish community in New York City.

Shipping record from Hendricks & Brothers documenting the shipment of finished copper to Hartford, Connecticut on November 4, 1845. The record also notes the involvement of Hendricks & Isaacs (brother-in-law) and their Soho Copper Refinery in Soho, New Jersey. Part of a larger collection detailing the history of Hendricks & Brothers, a prominent American copper manufacturing firm.

Shipping record from Hendricks & Brothers, documenting the shipment of finished copper from New York to New Orleans, Louisiana on December 9, 1845. The record provides details about the port of entry and the shipment of copper products. This is one of three parts of the record.

Shipping record from Hendricks & Brothers in New York, NY to Brown & Elton in New Haven, CT, detailing the shipment of finished copper. Dated September 10, 1840. The record is part of a larger collection documenting the Hendricks family's copper business, which played a significant role in the American Industrial Revolution.

Shipping record from Hendricks & Brothers, dated April 12, 1836, detailing the shipment of finished copper from New York, New York to Charleston, South Carolina. The record provides insight into the business operations of Hendricks & Brothers, a prominent American copper manufacturing firm.

Shipping record from Hendricks & Brothers, a prominent New York-based copper manufacturing firm, detailing the shipment of finished copper from Hartford, Connecticut to New York, New York on July 15, 1845. The record is part of a larger collection documenting the Hendricks family's significant contributions to American industry.

Shipping record from Hendricks & Brothers documenting the shipment of finished copper from New York to Hartford, Connecticut on April 12, 1836. The record indicates Charles Brainard as the recipient. This document is one of five shipping records in the collection.

Shipping record from Hendricks & Brothers, documenting the shipment of finished copper from New York to New Haven, Connecticut on August 11, 1836. The record provides details of the port of entry and is part of a larger collection illustrating the business activities of Hendricks & Brothers, a prominent American copper manufacturing firm.

Shipping record from Hendricks & Brothers documenting the shipment of finished copper from Providence, Rhode Island to New York, New York on July 18, 1845. The record provides details about a shipment of finished copper from the firm's operations in Providence to New York City. This is one of two shipping records from this date.

Shipping record from Hendricks & Brothers, documenting the shipment of finished copper from Providence, Rhode Island to New York, New York on July 29, 1845. The record mentions the company's connection to the Soho Copper Refinery in Soho, New Jersey, founded by Hendricks & Isaacs.

Shipping record from S. I. Isaacs & Soho Copper Co. documenting the shipment of finished copper from New York to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on November 17, 1826. The record details the port of entry and is one of two related documents. The Soho Copper Refinery, founded by Hendricks & Isaacs (brother-in-law), was a significant contributor to the early American Industrial Revolution.